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Recipe of Homemade evaporated milk

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Evaporated milk is a versatile and essential ingredient in many recipes, from desserts to sauces. Learning to make it at home is easier than you think and only requires one ingredient: milk. This homemade version allows you to control the quality and flavor, resulting in a fresher and more natural product than the commercial one.

Originating from the need to preserve milk without refrigeration, evaporated milk is made by removing approximately 60% of the water from fresh milk. The result is a concentrated milk with a creamy texture and a slightly caramelized flavor, perfect for adding body to your dishes.

This recipe is ideal for those seeking an additive-free alternative or simply wanting to experiment in the kitchen. It is suitable for beginners, although it requires patience and attention. By making it at home, you can adjust the quantity and ensure its freshness. Additionally, it is an excellent base for desserts like flans, ice cream, or for enriching sauces and creams.

There are variations such as lactose-free evaporated milk or enriched with vitamins, but the traditional version is the simplest and most economical. With this recipe, you will have evaporated milk ready in about an hour and a half, ready to use in your favorite preparations.

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Recipe of Homemade evaporated milk
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Cook

15 min

Servings

2

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    In a pot, pour a liter of milk

  2. 2

    We took that pot to medium low heat for an hour and a half

  3. 3

    And in this process, it must be constantly stirred so that it does not grow the cream.

  4. 4

    You're going to see that it reduces by half what you put in milk. This is how evaporated milk is made

  5. 5

    If you raise the cream, it won't work for us.

  6. 6

    Once an hour and a half has passed, it's ready. You let it cool to room temperature and then you pack it in a sterilized glass jar and take it to the fridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is it to prepare Homemade evaporated milk?

This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.

How long does it take to prepare Homemade evaporated milk?

The preparation time is minutes and the cooking time is 15 minutes.

How many people does this recipe serve?

This recipe is designed for 2 servings.

Can I substitute some ingredients?

Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.

How should I store this preparation?

Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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