Nancy, I think the bacteria develop as the mixture cools; apparently scalded milk doesn't hurt it. I think the fact that all the quantities are so small (even when doubling) means the milk cools quickly, especially since it's being mixed with room-temperature cornmeal. I eagerly await your results - it would be great to know for sure that doubling works. Thanks for your feedback here - PJH
November 10, 2013 at 8:15pm
In reply to I was concerned that the recipe did not say to cool the scalded… by Nancy Middleton (not verified)