There's a cloud of confusion that hovers over creams. With at least 14 different types of creams readily available for you to purchase at the grocery store, it can be quite difficult to determine how ...

While the labels may look similar, do you know what makes each unique? Fact checked by Isaac Winter Medically reviewed by Kristy Del Coro, MS, RDN, LDN If you’ve ever sent a proxy shopper to the ...

Heavy cream contains a higher fat content (36%) compared to buttermilk (1%), making it suitable for adding richness and texture to dishes. Buttermilk is acidic and is ideal for tenderizing meat and ...

Heavy cream substitutes work the most effectively in savory dishes. It's easy to create a swap from other dairy such as milk, half and half, and cottage cheese. For whipping, the best alternative — ...

"Heavy cream is one of those things that is always in my fridge," writes cookbook author Stacey Ballis. "It’s the perfect way to smooth out a sauce, add a creamy texture to a dessert, and is essential ...

Read this before returning to the grocery store. In the U.S., the terms “heavy cream and “heavy whipping cream” are used interchangeably, so you can use either in recipes. They both must contain at ...