Homemade Ricotta

By CathyD

Creamy, fresh ricotta is so easy to make you’ll never buy it again.

Ingredients

• 1 gallon whole milk
• 1 quart buttermilk

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine milk and buttermilk in a large, heavy-bottomed pot. Stir well to combine. Heat, without stirring, over medium-high heat until mixture reaches 180F.
2. Line a colander with a double layer of cheesecloth. Place colander in sink. Pour or ladle curds into the colander carefully and let drain 1 to 1 1/2 hours, depending on how dry you want your ricotta.
3. Spoon ricotta into jars and refrigerate until ready to use. Use right away or refrigerate up to 1 week. Makes about 2 cups.