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basic organic milk kefir (useing kefir grains)

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Reethy avatar
Gary, IN
Updated on Feb 8, 2014

I was introduce to this drink about 3 year ago. I was having trouble with my skin. I friend asked if I ever heard of probiotics. He then introduced me to " what he called" the ULTIMATE PROBIOTIC. Needless to say, everything cleared, and a lot of other problem got better. Store bought Kefir is good, but filled with sugar and preservatives. Did I mention "IT CURVES THE APPETITE". After purchasing my own grains off the Internet, I wanted to share the recipe with you. Hope you enjoy!

prep time 5 Min
cook time
method No-Cook or Other
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Ingredients

  • THIS RECIPE IS FOR MILK KEFIR GRAINS. TASTE IS ALWAYS BETTER WITH WHOLE ORGANIC MILK WHICH WILL BETTER RECONSTITUTES GRAINS AFTER USE.
  • - kefir grains. ( purchased mine on ebay)
  • - whole organic milk ( you can also use 2% or, goat milk)
  • NO METAL
  • - plastic screen strainer (with small screen mash )
  • - plastic or silicone spoon or spatula
  • - glass jars w/lids of storing
  • - glass bowl of straining liquid
  • IM SORRY, IT'S TIME FOR A KEFIR BREAK. I'LL BE RIGHT BACK !

How To Make basic organic milk kefir (useing kefir grains)

  • From Instagram: Test http://instagram.com/p/kKp-DIKV13/
    Step 1
    When first recieving your grains, rinse them in a plastic strainer under cold water (for a few seconds)
  • From Instagram: Test http://instagram.com/p/kKqGhcqV2K/
    Step 2
    Place (aprox. 1 Teaspoon) in your rinsed grains in the bottom of you clean glass jars, Fill jars with your Whole Organic Milk, leaving room at top for expantion of fermenting gases.
  • From Instagram: Test http://instagram.com/p/kKqKr5qV2U/
    Step 3
    Gently lay lids of jar on top ( DO NOT tighten lid on jar ) fementing gases most be able to escape.
  • From Instagram: Very last test oops http://instagram.com/p/kKrP7EKV4H/
    Step 4
    Leave in dark, warm area for 24-48 hours. For first batch 48 hours "may" be best. "I used the cupboard above stove".
  • From Instagram: Test http://instagram.com/p/kKqhs0KV3C/
    Step 5
    * Kefir should have a yogurt consistency. "IT'S READY ! STIR, with non-metal spoon
  • From Instagram: Test http://instagram.com/p/kKqToyqV2q/
    Step 6
    STORAGE OF KEFIR Over a glass bowl, strain Kefir through Plastic strainer, carefully moving grains until all liquid is gatered in bowl.
  • From Instagram: Test http://instagram.com/p/kKqWgwqV2v/
    Step 7
    Return grains to the jars you just emptied, (no need to wash ) Washing is done "once a week" YES I SAID ONCE A WEEK ! * Repeat step "2" through "4", for next batch to ferment
  • From Instagram: Test http://instagram.com/p/kKqmKIKV3J/
    Step 8
    Femented Kefir liquid in bowl, should be placed in glass container. Place in refrigerator, until ready to drink. ENJOY!!! "To your health"
  • From Instagram: I get my
    Step 9
    Note: FYI Grains will grow the more you nourish them with good Whole Organic Milk. You may feel as though they are taking over. DO NOT TRASH THEM ! To slow down the prodution of your grains (or) to keep them heathy, (Place in jar and cover with milk. Place in refrigerator until ready to use or share. ***I and a few friends will be posting recipes using these wonderful grains. Your health is about to change.
  • Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!

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