The Cowbridge Cook

The Cowbridge Cook Caterer supplying the Cowbridge Food Collective and private orders

A service of thanksgiving will be held this Thursday in Llandaff Cathdral at 2pm for my beautiful mother Mair.
02/03/2025

A service of thanksgiving will be held this Thursday in Llandaff Cathdral at 2pm for my beautiful mother Mair.

It felt like the start of spring in Portcawl this morning. Hard to believe it is in fact January until you step into the...
22/01/2025

It felt like the start of spring in Portcawl this morning. Hard to believe it is in fact January until you step into the sea that is! sauna left me feeling invigorated and cleansed & the coffee next door is delicious. The perfect spot to enjoy the view.

I'm hanging up my apron for a bit whilst my ankle heals. I should be back on two feet in the New Year so no Christmas or...
11/11/2024

I'm hanging up my apron for a bit whilst my ankle heals. I should be back on two feet in the New Year so no Christmas orders I'm afraid.

Normally after a holiday I'd be posting pictures of my food choices but this time my camera roll is filled with pictures...
03/11/2024

Normally after a holiday I'd be posting pictures of my food choices but this time my camera roll is filled with pictures of my broken ankle in various places in Madeira! I did manage to navigate my way to each of the restaurants at and will definitely return to this beautiful island inhabited by so many kind and helpful people.

How disappointing to find emulsifiers & stabilisers in the coconut milk from It is entirely unnecessary & I'll be more ...
24/10/2024

How disappointing to find emulsifiers & stabilisers in the coconut milk from
It is entirely unnecessary & I'll be more vigilant when purchasing in the future.

Question for the people at ..... can you eat too many of your pulses? I think im addicted 😍This autumnal dish is Queen ...
22/10/2024

Question for the people at ..... can you eat too many of your pulses? I think im addicted 😍
This autumnal dish is Queen Butter Beans with roasted pumpkin, cumin, sage, rosemary & cavelo nero, which I'll finish it with pumpkin seeds & feta.

Kefir making. I use a fermentation jar & milk from . I bought my grains from Kombucha Organic and they're really produ...
19/10/2024

Kefir making. I use a fermentation jar & milk from . I bought my grains from Kombucha Organic and they're really productive.

- **Kefir grains** (about 15-30 grams)
- **Milk** (whole, semi-skimmed, or non-dairy)

# # # Equipment
- Glass jar (1-litre or larger)
- Plastic or wooden spoon (avoid metal)
- Cheesecloth or coffee filter
- Rubber band or string

# # # Instructions

1. **Prepare the Jar**:
Clean the glass jar thoroughly.

2. **Add Kefir Grains**:
Place the kefir grains into the jar.

3. **Pour Milk**:
Add about 500 ml of milk to the jar, leaving some space at the top.

4. **Mix Gently**:
Stir gently with a plastic or wooden spoon to combine.

5. **Cover the Jar**:
Place cheesecloth or a coffee filter over the top and secure it with a rubber band. This allows airflow while keeping contaminants out.

6. **Ferment**:
Leave the jar at room temperature (ideally around 20-25°C) for 12-48 hours. The longer it ferments, the tangier it will be.

7. **Check Consistency**:
After the desired fermentation time, check for a thickened consistency and a tangy smell. You'll see some separation like in my photo.

8. **Strain the Kefir**:
Use a strainer to separate the kefir grains from the liquid.

9. **Store or Use**:
The strained liquid is your kefir. You can refrigerate it or use it in recipes.

10. **Reuse Grains**:
Repeat the process for your next batch or cover with milk, seal the jar & refrigerate until you want to make more.

Enjoy your homemade kefir!















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