Cream Recipe

This classic cream sauce is a versatile kitchen staple that adds luxurious richness to a wide variety of dishes. Made with just fresh milk, powdered cream, and a pinch of salt, it delivers a smooth, comforting texture without the hassle of separating heavy cream. The key is gentle heating to prevent scorching while allowing the milk to reduce and thicken naturally. It works beautifully as a base for pasta sauces, a topping for baked potatoes, or a sweet addition to fruit compotes. Simple, affordable, and incredibly reliable, this homemade cream alternative brings a fresh, clean dairy flavor to your table. Keep a batch on hand for quick weeknight meals or elegant dinner parties where a touch of homemade elegance is appreciated.

Cooking Method: Boiling

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 152.1

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This classic cream sauce is a versatile kitchen staple that adds luxurious richness to a wide variety of dishes. Made with just fresh milk, powdered cream, and a pinch of salt, it delivers a smooth, comforting texture without the hassle of separating heavy cream. The key is gentle heating to prevent scorching while allowing the milk to reduce and thicken naturally. It works beautifully as a base for pasta sauces, a topping for baked potatoes, or a sweet addition to fruit compotes. Simple, affordable, and incredibly reliable, this homemade cream alternative brings a fresh, clean dairy flavor to your table. Keep a batch on hand for quick weeknight meals or elegant dinner parties where a touch of homemade elegance is appreciated.

Ingredients

2 Teaspoons table (refined salt)
4 Cups (1 liter) fresh milk
2 Tablespoons powdered full-cream

Directions

1
Pour the fresh milk into a wide, heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent boiling over.
2
Place the pan over medium-high heat and bring the milk to a steady boil.
3
Stir constantly with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula to prevent scorching at the bottom.
4
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer.
5
Continue to stir frequently, scraping the bottom and sides of the pan.
6
Cook the milk for approximately 25 minutes until it thickens to a rich, creamy consistency.
7
Remove the pan from the heat and immediately stir in the powdered full-cream.
8
Add the refined salt and mix thoroughly until fully dissolved and smooth.
9
Let the cream cool slightly before using in recipes or storing in a sealed container.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 152.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.9g8%
Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
Cholesterol 4.8mg2%
Sodium 96.1mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 19.5g7%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 19.5g
Protein 8.2g17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cream, milk, sauce, dairy, homemade, vegetarian, rich, smooth, base, cooking, easy, classic, comfort food, tablespoons, reduction

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