What recipes can be made with half and cream?

1. Alfredo Sauce:

Ingredients:

- Half and half cream

- Butter

- Garlic

- Parmesan cheese

- Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. In a pan, heat butter over medium heat.

2. Add minced garlic and cook for a minute or until fragrant.

3. Pour in the half and half cream and bring it to a simmer, stirring occasionally.

4. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.

5. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until it melts and combines smoothly with the sauce.

Serve the creamy Alfredo sauce over your favorite pasta.

2. Quiche:

Ingredients:

- Half and half cream

- Eggs

- Pie crust

- Cheese (such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan)

- Bacon or ham (optional)

- Vegetables (such as onions, peppers, mushrooms)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to the temperature specified in your pie crust package.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and half and half cream.

3. Add other desired ingredients like cheese, bacon/ham, and vegetables. Mix well.

4. Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust and arrange additional cheese and toppings on top.

5. Bake the quiche according to the package instructions for the pie crust.

Allow it to cool before slicing and serving.

3. Ice Cream:

Ingredients:

- Half and half cream

- Sugar

- Vanilla extract

- Optional flavors (such as chocolate chips, berries, extracts, etc.)

Instructions:

1. In a pot or saucepan, combine half and half cream, sugar, and vanilla extract.

2. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.

3. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Add your desired flavors at this point.

4. Transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions.

5. Once churned, transfer the ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for a few hours or overnight for a firmer consistency.

Enjoy your homemade half and half ice cream!

4. Creamy Mushroom Soup:

Ingredients:

- Half and half cream

- Butter

- Mushrooms

- Onion

- Garlic

- Flour

- Vegetable broth

- Salt and pepper

- Parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.

2. Add chopped onions and garlic, and cook until softened.

3. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they start to release their juices.

4. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to coat the ingredients.

5. Slowly whisk in vegetable broth and bring the soup to a simmer, stirring occasionally.

6. Add half and half cream and stir well. Season with salt and pepper.

7. Let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes until it thickens slightly.

8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

5. Whipped Cream:

Ingredients:

- Half and half cream (cold)

- Sugar (or sweetener of choice)

- Vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a chilled mixing bowl, pour the cold half and half cream.

2. Start beating the cream on low speed with an electric mixer.

3. Gradually increase the speed to high and continue whipping until the cream starts to thicken.

4. Add sugar (or your preferred sweetener) and vanilla extract, if desired, and continue whipping.

5. Keep beating until stiff peaks form.

Refrigerate the whipped cream until ready to use. It can be topped on desserts, fruits, or used as a filling for cakes or pastries.