We only buy organic milk, but lately we've bought milk both whole and nonfat, which had a slimy, mucous-like consistency that is really creeping me out. The milk is not sour, or even near the expiration date. What's causing this?
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Often this is caused by the cows eating some different weeds growing in their pasture. Or perhaps they're transitioning from fresh pasture to bailed hay or alfalfa. I assume the milk is non-pasteurized? That condition is enhanced if the milk hasn't been pasteurized, but is still present in pasteurized product. Personally, since this kind of milk is a bit more expensive, I'd not drink it. There might be some other cause. I'd go for a refund and pick up some soy or rice milk until I was assured the usual product is of palatable quality. If it creeps you out, follow your built-in instinct and shun it.
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Reading the fisrt answer made me wonder if the milk was homogenised (the cream is mixed evenly with the whey to form a homogenous consistency by using pressure), if not it would be lumpy and a bit icky, which would be reduced a bit if you shook the container a lot before opening. If in doubt, though, throw it out.
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I hate to tell you this, but milk really is mucous. That said, it could be related to store or farm conditions. I have quit buying olives this year because the drought is making them waxy. Try a different brand.
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