Can whipping cream be cut to make half and half?

No, you can't simply cut whipping cream with milk to make half and half.

Here's why:

* Fat Content: Half and half has a specific fat content (around 10-18%), while whipping cream is much higher in fat (around 30-36%).

* Consistency: Whipping cream is designed to whip and become thick and airy. Half and half is intended to be smooth and pourable.

* Flavor: Even if you could achieve the right fat content by mixing, the flavors wouldn't be the same.

Instead of trying to make your own half and half, you can:

* Buy it: Most grocery stores carry half and half in the dairy section.

* Mix milk and heavy cream: For a homemade version, you can mix whole milk with heavy cream (around 3/4 cup milk to 1/4 cup heavy cream).

Remember, half and half has a specific fat content that's important for its intended uses. Trying to make it with whipping cream won't give you the right consistency or flavor.