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Kefir
Makes 1 litre
Medium
5 minutes, plus 24-48 hours’ fermentation time
Ingredients
- 1–2 T kefir grains
- 4 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
Method
1. Place the kefir grains in a clean 1-litre glass bottle. Pour the milk over the grains.
2. Cover the bottle’s opening with a cloth and secure with a rubber band.
3. Ferment at room temperature for 24–48 hours, tasting occasionally. Once it’s to your liking, strain out the grains.
4. Transfer the kefir to a clean 1-litre bottle and keep in the fridge for up to a week.
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