From the udder to you: "Today we have the rich colostrum milk."
Colostrum is the antibody- and protein-dense milk produced by mammals late in pregnancy and just after giving birth. Since the protein begins to coagulate when exposed to heat, countries that make culinary use of bovine colostrum often fashion it into puddings, cheeses, and the like. Though still mostly liquid, this Ecuadorian leche colostra ($4) didn't come straight from the udder — it's been lightly spiced and sweetened for human tastes, as you can see from my photo of the leavings. Available year-round, but only on weekends.
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