Rich and thick, Greek style yogurt has become a very popular item for breakfast, cooking, dips, and even desserts. Strained yogurt, yogurt cheese, labneh cheese, or Greek style yogurt is simply regular yogurt that has been strained through a cloth or filter to remove the whey, giving it a consistency somewhere between yogurt and cheese. In most stores Greek Yogurt is twice the price of regular, however there is great news, it is simple to make, all you need is a little time.
To make your own Greek Yogurt:
- regular or non-fat plain yogurt
- tea towel
- wooden spoon
- pot or pitcher
Line a colander or strainer with a clean tea towel. Empty yogurt directly into the towel.
Draw up the corners of the towel and tie them around the handle of a wooden spoon or dowel stick.
Suspend the towel over a pot or pitcher.
Make sure the pouch does not touch the bottom of the pot, but instead clears it by several inches.
Place the pot in the refrigerator for at least eight hours or overnight. You will be surprised at the amount of whey that drains out of the yogurt, leaving you with thick rich goodness.
