How to Make L. reuteri Super Cultured Dairy in the Instant Pot

Mary holding L. Reuteri yogurt on a spoon.

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How to Make L. reuteri Super Cultured Dairy in the Instant Pot

Learn how to make this super cultured dairy in the Instant Pot using lactobacillus reuteri, also known as L. reuteri (pronounced root-awry). This cultured dairy is so abundant in gut-loving good bacteria it can't be beat. It's rich, creamy, and thicker than Greek yogurt without the need to strain it. Plus, best of all, it's tasty too!

Prep Time5

Cook Time2 12

Total Time2 12 5

Servings: 4-ounce servings

Calories: 149kcal

Author: Mary Bryant Shrader

Equipment

1 Instant Pot Able to maintain a temperature of 100°F (38°C) for 36 hours

Ingredients

10 tablets L. reuteri You will only need the tablets the first time you make this recipe. For subsequent batches, you can use 2 tbsps of your previously made L. reuteri cultured dairy.
2 tbsp Inulin This is a powdered form of a prebiotic fiber, including chicory or Jerusalem artichoke.
32 ounces Ultra-pasteurized half and half Alternatively, you can use whole milk or heavy whipping cream. Do not use non-fat or low-fat milk.

Instructions

Crush the L. reuteri tablets in a clean plastic bag using the flat side of a meat mallet or a rolling pin. Alternatively, you can crush the tablets in a clean mortar and pestle.
To a large bowl, add the powder of the crushed tablets and the inulin along with a small amount of the half and half. Whisk well to make a slurry.
Add the remaining half and half to the slurry and whisk well.
Evenly divide the slurry between 2 quart-sized jars. Place the lids loosely on the jars and transfer the jars to the liner of the Instant Pot. Put the lid on the Instant Pot and lock it into place with the vent open.
Set the controls on the Instant Pot to 100°F (38°C) and 36 hours. Press the start button. The L. reuteri cultured dairy will now begin its culturing process.
When the 36 hours finish, remove the 2 jars from the Instant Pot and refrigerate. The cultured dairy will be curdled with this first batch so you can stir it together before refrigerating it. It will stay fresh with active probiotics for 10 days. Remember to reserve at least 2 tablespoons of this batch to make your second batch of L. reuteri cultured dairy.
Make your second batch of L. reuteri cultured dairy using two tablespoons of the first batch of L. reuteri cultured dairy in place of the L. reuteri tablets. Repeat the steps you followed when making the first batch of L. reuteri cultured dairy.

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Notes

Find this recipe and video at https://marysnest.com/how-to-make-super-cultured-dairy-with-l-reuteri-in-the-instant-pot/

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