How to Make Ricotta Cheese

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Ever wondered how to make ricotta cheese? Making ricotta cheese is so simple it's almost ridiculous.

A little while ago as you may know, the global economy hit the rocks. So, many of us look for ways to save a dollar or two. Have you noticed the price of groceries lately?

Save Heaps

Homemade ricotta cheese can save you a pretty penny or two because it's much cheaper to make it yourself. It's also fun to make, and virtually fool proof so you can't stuff it up! How great's that?!

One little money saving trick I have is to use whole milk powder. It taste no different to buying regular milk, and will save you heaps.

This step-by-step guide on how to make ricotta cheese outlines the basics of making ricotta cheese.

By the time you have watched and read this page, you'll know exactly how to make ricotta cheese.

So ... Eat healthy, save money and have fun with your own homemade ricotta cheese.

Step 1
Pour 5 liters (1.3 gallons) of water into pot. Measure and mix in the milk powder. Use a whisk to ensure you don't leave any lumps. Bring temperature to 85C (185F). Add the acid (either vinegar or lemon juice).

Stir very gently for about 1 minute so as to encourage the curds and whey to separate.Remove from heat and set aside for around 15-20 minutes.

Step 2
Meanwhile, arrange your conical strainer and cheese cloth in the kitchen sink.
When the curds and whey have separated, gently scoop curds into the cheese cloth. Allow to cool for approx 15 minutes before placing into the refrigerator, or use straight away.

Chefs Notes:

Point ONE: When making ricotta cheese, using milk powder will save you heaps.

Point TWO: While the milk is coming to the heat, be sure to give it a stir now and again so as to avoid the milk catching on the base of the pot.

Point THREE: Nothing worse than bland and tasteless homemade ricotta cheese. Don't forget to add salt and pepper!

How to Make Ricotta Cheese
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Now that you know how to make ricotta cheese, experiment a little.

Play around with different recipes. There are loads of different recipes for ricotta. You can use it in desserts, pasta, as a savory style baked ricotta dip, and so much more.

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