For years, I have made "Greek" yogurt by draining regular yogurt in a strainer overnight. The thickness and texture is the same as the Greek yogurt they now have at the store. My question: Since this is cheaper than buying Greek yogurt, does anyone know if the homemade version would have the same protein and carb content of the store-bought?

I would think so. You aren't really losing anything but the "water" from the plain yogurt.

I would think not. There's no way for the yogurt to double its protein count by just straining some water off it. Am I wrong???

I'm thinking that the protein count by volume would be increased, meaning 1/2 cup of strained (Greek) yogurt would have the same protein as 3/4 or 1 cup of regular yogurt. So the actual protein count doesn't go up, but it does stay the same even though the volume has decreased. Maybe this is a question for my NUT. :-)

Here is the answer to your question:

http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/fitness/yogurt-smackdown-greek-vs-regular.html

Unfortunately, the answer is NO - straining regular yogurt will not up the Protein count. Greek yogurt is strained 3 times versus 2 times like regular yogurt and has more milk which ups the protein count. Sorry!

Here is the answer to your question:

http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/fitness/yogurt-smackdown-greek-vs-regular.html

Unfortunately' date=' the answer is NO - straining regular yogurt will not up the Protein count. Greek yogurt is strained 3 times versus 2 times like regular yogurt and has more milk which ups the protein count. Sorry! [/quote']

Right -- Greek is strained three times vs. two. But I'm talking about straining the regular yogurt again. (A third time?) I'm not sold, but if you're right, I'll buy you a drink. :-)

Apparently, Greek yogurt has a higher protein count b/c there is more milk involved in the straining process. I will take you up on that drink offer though!

http://articles.boston.com/2012-06-12/food-dining/32170676_1_greek-yogurt-yogurt-craze-milk-Protein

Here's an articalthat actually supports the idea that straining regular yogurt may not give you true Greek yogurt, but still may be better than what is available in the stores labeled as Greek.

I am so repulsed of Greek Yogurt now.. Just the thought of it makes me gag again..

Thanks alot Yoplait.. Back to regular fat free yogurt for me...