Creamy Yogurt Cheese

Yogurt cheese, or strained yogurt, is a method of removing the liquid or whey from the yogurt to create a thick, creamy, slightly tangy “cheese” that is similar in texture to cream cheese. Labneh is a strained yogurt used in many Middle Eastern cuisines and is served as a savory dip, drizzled with olive oil…

Looking for Less Sugar in Your Yogurt? Good Luck.

Food labels can be confusing, especially when it comes to sugar.  Sugars are listed under the total carbohydrate umbrella on the Nutrition Facts label on food products.  The grams of sugar listed on this label refer to the total amount of carbohydrate that is derived from sugar (which will include naturally occurring sugar like lactose…