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Cream
Cream is a high-fat dairy product used in many Czech dishes and sauces.
🍴 dairy📅 year-round🌍 Cream comes from cow's milk and is commonly produced in many countries.
⚠️ milk
🍳 Culinary uses
Cream is used in sauces, soups, and desserts and is added toward the end of cooking.
🔍 How to choose
When choosing cream, look for products with a high fat content and no added stabilizers.
📦 Storage
Keep cream refrigerated and use it within a few days after opening.
🔄 Substitutes
Cream can be replaced with plant-based alternatives such as coconut cream.
💚 Health benefits
Cream contains vitamins and minerals but is also high in fat, so it should be consumed in moderation.
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Cream is a high-fat dairy product obtained by centrifuging milk. The following types are distinguished by fat content:
- Cooking cream (12--15 %) -- for sauces, soups, and creamy preparations
- Whipping cream (30--35 %) -- for whipped cream and desserts
- Sour cream (12--16 %) -- for sauces and with potato pancakes or pancakes
Cream is a key ingredient in Czech cuisine, including svíčková with cream, dill sauce, mushroom sauce, and cream soups. It is added toward the end of cooking to prevent it from curdling.