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by bruce_one 1808 days ago
When we first got it, I used one Easiyo sachet to make one container of yogurt. From then on, I've used 1 heaped tablespoon of the last batch of yogurt and then just milk powder.

My steps:

- Mix ~500ml tap water with 150g of milk powder (just put the lid on and shake vigorously, I always put the water in first as the mixing is much easier).

- Add 1 heaped tablespoon of existing yogurt (the previous batch, or I've used Chobani successfully (I've heard some commercial yogurts work and some don't)).

- Fill (leave 5mm gap at the top) the container with tap water.

- Shake again to mix (less vigorously).

- Add boiling water to maker.

- Put jar in.

- Generally I try to wait 12 hours, sometimes up to 18 when I'm not home.

- Refrigerate and enjoy :-)

I enjoy the yogurt straight, but I wouldn't expect everyone to (it may not be sweet enough) - my wife adds honey or jam and fruit when serving.

(I now actually freeze one tablespoon of yogurt as soon as a batch is done, and use it for the next batch after thawing in the fridge (overnight).)