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Ricotta Cheese
Ricotta is simpler than you think to make at home.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 1 1/4 cups, 1 serving is 3/4 cup
Calories 110 kcal
Ingredients
- 6 cups milk
- ¾ tsp. sea salt
- 5 to 6 Tbsp. distilled white vinegar or lemon juice (start with 5 tablespoons if your milk is not super fresh)
Instructions
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Line a colander with four layers of cheesecloth.
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Combine milk, salt, and vinegar in a saucepan over medium-low heat, and stir constantly with a silicone spatula until mixture reaches 165° F.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and set aside until solid white curds form on the surface, about 2 minutes.
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Using a slotted spoon or fine-mesh skimmer, transfer the curds to the prepared colander.
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Cover the top of the colander with plastic wrap and allow to drain for 5–10 minutes for soft, spreadable ricotta, or up to 15–20 minutes for firmer curds (pictured below).
Recipe Notes
The Nutrition Facts box below provides estimated nutritional information for this recipe.