Here is the recipe I use. It works perfectly every time. She has you bring the milk to a "gentle boil." https://food52.com/recipes/11403-creamy-homemade-ricotta
I think your proportions are way off. Post the recipe. Here is one of the best recipes on this site for ricotta: https://food52.com/recipes/11403-creamy-homemade-ricotta
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