How to Make Milk Using Dry Milk Powder

Milk contains calcium and vitamin D.

With the price of regular liquid milk on the rise, more people are using dry powdered milk as a substitute. A box of dry milk powder is inexpensive and really shines as a money-saver because you only mix the amount you need; thus, no more spoiled milk to toss down the drain, along with your money. After reconstituting dry milk, use it the same way as if you'd purchased liquid milk. Making milk from dry powdered milk is easy. Does this Spark an idea?

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Pitcher or container with secure lid
Dry powdered milk
Measuring cup
Spoon

Instructions

- 1
  
  Use fresh dry milk powder with a "use by" date of less than 12 months.
- 2
  
  Pour 1/3 cup of dry powdered milk into a pitcher or container.
- 3
  
  Add 1 cup of cool water to the pitcher or container. Pour the water slowly to avoid bubbles.
- 4
  
  Stir the mixture thoroughly with a spoon to dissolve the dry powder. If using a container with a lid, put the lid on tight and shake vigorously until the powder is completely dissolved.
- 5
  
  Drink immediately or chill in a refrigerator for a better tasting drink. Store any remaining reconstituted milk in the refrigerator.
- 6
  
  Store the box of dry powdered milk in a cool, dry place.