Definition of yogurt
:a fermented slightly acid often flavored semisolid food made of milk and milk solids to which cultures of two bacteria (Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus) have been added
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Summer is coming to a close, but business movement around downtown Naperville including — frozen yogurt and ice cream shops — is still hot.
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Coop suggests eating the insect balls in pita bread with fresh vegetables and smothered in yogurt sauce.
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Dulcelandia Dulcelandia is different — a candy, pinata and frozen yogurt wonderland with a Mexican twist.
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Young people who can’t have dairy products for health or dietary reasons should find alternative milks fortified with calcium and vitamin D and have low sugar levels, and eat calcium-rich foods such as kale, non-dairy yogurt, broccoli and sardines.
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To make: Blend together 4 oz. (1/2 cup) light strawberry yogurt, 1 cup partially thawed frozen strawberries (no sugar added), 1 peeled kiwi, and 1 cup crushed ice (about 6 ice cubes).
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Then it's cooled down with one of the most refreshing combinations of all time: cucumbers and yogurt.
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Combine in a bowl with 2 ribs celery, chopped; 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped; 2 cloves garlic; 2 slices white bread, torn into pieces; 1/2 cup Greek yogurt; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 cup water.
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Surface Liquid Some liquid on top of your yogurt is normal.
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Origin and Etymology of yogurt
YOGURT Defined for Kids
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Definition of yogurt for Students
:a thick soft food that is made of milk soured by the addition of bacteria and that is often flavored and sweetened
Medical Dictionary
medical Definition of yogurt
:a fermented slightly acid often flavored semisolid food made of milk and milk solids to which cultures of bacteria of the genus Lactobacillus (L. bulgarius) and Streptococcus (S. thermophilus) have been added
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