How to Skim Fat from Whole Milk

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Check the label on the jug or bottle to see whether the milk has been homogenized or not.

   If it's homogenized, you're out of luck.
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   Step 2: If the milk has not been homogenized

   Milk is actually a liquid with bits of solid particles floating around, so if you let it sit for a while, the particles will soon "settle". , You should see a layer of cream floating on top of it. , Do this gently and carefully, if you shake the container the fat will be redistributed in the milk and you may have to start all over again. ,
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   Step 3: let the container sit quietly for several hours with the lid or some sort of cover on top.

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   Step 4: Open the container.

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   Step 5: Scoop the cream off the top with the spoon to lower the milk's fat content.

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   Step 6: Repeat

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   Step 7: if desired

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   Step 8: until the desired amount of cream has been removed.

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