Will pint jars on the bottom "poke" through the upper tier? I want to make 1/2 filled jars of yogurt with room to add fruit on top later.
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No. The holes are too small. If you haven't purchased the top tier yet, read the reviews. Someone said they cut the holes larger. I would not buy the top tier, the yogurt on the top does not get warm enough to set. Many that bought it end up trying to move the yogurts from top to bottom half way, etc. I find it easier just to make it more often. I fill to the top. I transfer mine to a bowl and add fruit and granola at that point. Hope this helps.
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No but you can buy the Euro Cuisine Yogurt and Greek Yogurt maker model YM360 or YM460 with a 2 qt glass jar and you can make up to 2qt of yogurt
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I wouldn't go higher than about half an inch from the top. I have had no problems with liquids or powders as long as you don't completely fill the jar.
1921770
It is designed for 3 one-pint jars. You can't (or at least I can't) fit 3 quart jars in it. You might put 2 one quart jars in it, but then you'd need a pot high enough.
289665
The standard mason shape jar will fit in the 2 center spaces...but it will only hold the "jelly jar" shaped pints in the outside compartments.We love the piece...we have our cutlery in it ...saves on drawer space and it looks great on our counter.
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Absolutely. You'll just use less water because they are not as tall. Don't get tempted to stack the jars just because they are smaller. Only can one layer of jars at once.
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I have two of the 67 3/4 oz jars. The opening is a little bigger than a wide mouth mason jar. We have one oblong shaped 1 cup that will fit inside, but just barely and is not very maneuverable. Plus, you would not be able to reach bottom with it. A common round type 1 cup does not fit in at all. If you have small hands you could use a smaller measuring cup pretty effectively.
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My question is: do you just get the commercial yogurt and let it sit on the counter for a day? I guess as long as it is sealed other stuff can't get in there to ferment as well. I'd appreciate hearing if you have tried this.
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Yes. However, you are limited on height and area. To make best use of this yogurt maker, I'd recommend using the supplied jars.
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The consistency of the yogurt I make with half and half is thick enough to stick a heavy spoon in and it doesn't move. I find the smell of Greek yogurt offensive. Obviously that is not a road I would travel. With the right starter and a bit of experimentation with fermenting times you can probably make any yogurt. I ended up buying two separate containers and tops. Good unit. Small footprint on countertop. Very pleased with it.
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Sabra, that's an excellent tip about using a glass quart canning jar & adding water. I presume the standard metal lid & screw band will be okay in the yogurt maker. Or do I even really need a lid at all?
872222
I would not recommend putting yogurt in one of the bento compartments as it would leak all over. I pack yogurt in a foogo thermos with a u-konserve ice pack and it works well.
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Quart jars fit in there fine for me. I can get 3 under the tall dome. I also sometimes use a big glass mixing bowl from my stand mixer. It also fits well.
757462
No, as they are to tall to fit in the area for the jar. It does open most taller jars~
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Fewer would fit, naturally, but the height of the canner would allow 1/2 gallon jars, so I would say it is possible. I haven't tried 1/2 gallon jars and the instructions in the manual only give times for quart and pints.
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I believe the Cook N Home pot is not deep enough for quart jars. There is not enough space above the jars for the recommended 1" depth of water for canning. I cannot find my booklet to see if it mentions use on smooth-top range.
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It depends on the size but you can certainly use jars from other yogurt makers, you would just put them in. They should fit, I believe most are similar, but I cant confirm.. you would have to compare the size of the jars.
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As long as the jar size fits into the maker, my husband also used other jars to make extra yogurt in addition to the original jars. They were just exactly the same.