# Best ways to use up a pint of heavy whipping cream **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Tags:** food-cooking\ **Created:** [January 16, 2023, 4:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312 "2023-01-16T16:08:27Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![bordelond](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bordelond/32/150_2.png) [@bordelond](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bordelond)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/21 "2023-01-16T19:07:43Z")
> [@LSLGuy](#): > > If @bordelond is using some substance that comes with sugar in it, I don’t know what it is, but I do know what it isn’t. At least in the USA, half and half is pure dairy with no sugar. If it has sugar, it’s something else. Half and half seems to have no _added_ sugar, but **[about 1g of sugar per two tablespoons (30mL)](https://www.walmart.com/ip/Great-Value-Half-Half-16-fl-oz/10450337)**. At least the varieties we buy. We also have usually lactose-free whole milk in the house, and I will use that for coffee at times. It’s got **[12g of sugar (none added) per cup](https://www.nutritionix.com/i/se-grocers/whole-milk-lactose-free/5bb07808df9b02db3bc9d0bd)** (~240mL) – so about 1.5x as much sugar per unit of volume as our half and half. **[The heavy whipping cream has no sugar at all](https://www.organicvalley.coop/products/cream/cream/heavy-whipping-cream-ultra-pasteurized-pint/)**. As it happens, all the links above are to the brands we typically have on hand. I will sometimes buy the lactose-free whole milk from WalMart and the half-and-half from WinnDixie – but the nutrional info is the same. ---
**Author:** ![LSLGuy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lslguy/32/5813_2.png) [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/22 "2023-01-16T19:08:35Z")
> [@terentii](#): > > Mix the cream with fresh or frozen berries and a bit of sugar. Eat by the **spoonful**. Bolding mine. I think you misspelled “quart” there Good Sir. Liquid whipping cream on berries is so luscious it really doesn’t need sugar. ---
**Author:** ![JohnGalt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johngalt/32/184_2.png) [@JohnGalt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JohnGalt)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/23 "2023-01-16T19:09:56Z")
Here’s a recipe from the NYT (gift article), where they add the eggs to a pan of simmering cream. I haven’t tried it, but it sounds heavenly. [The Scrambled Egg Technique That Impressed …](https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/29/dining/how-to-make-scrambled-eggs.html?unlocked_article_code=DKIhXYGES8Q8uc6XszmTOOKsq-F4dE0okSESm3Oje0s4WqmRjeo4KN9N0MkmpSSGb-4WUwPbDTqglf_J_7181Eflj_jpD5Q5ljaSFx5ax-jhAHHuThRKYIIFtWjLrsnfHL51H79Vmf88IGDET5k_FzJzwB5rOB9Rz_TJvc0rertPU1L0xyEx_CDRtKBzMYfxu6FcV-COBrZncjSTB2p2_6IYcoOrLgga3bSlRhH4xHP3Bqmvkb3oqv4KBBpWjJBYV1j0PFegIyOHFHWP-yTqHYXa8Xye6apONuYz_cU9ILBTS7u0R5xypkr1XF4Hvng5oYqabGBmEaQRCj3kxLZPFuCzjjo) ---
**Author:** ![bordelond](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bordelond/32/150_2.png) [@bordelond](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bordelond)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/24 "2023-01-16T19:10:07Z")
> [@hogarth](#): > > Pork tenderloin with bananas in curry sauce Looks awesome, but our oven is on the fritz. I wonder if that could be somehow finished in a crock pot or even on the stove. ---
**Author:** ![bordelond](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bordelond/32/150_2.png) [@bordelond](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bordelond)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/25 "2023-01-16T19:12:13Z")
> [@terentii](#): > > Mix the cream with fresh or frozen berries and a bit of sugar. Eat by the spoonful. Whip the cream first, or just pour it on from the carton? I’ve got something of a glut of blueberries in the freezer … this could help with those, too. ---
**Author:** ![bordelond](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bordelond/32/150_2.png) [@bordelond](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bordelond)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/26 "2023-01-16T19:16:30Z")
> [@JohnGalt](#): > > Here’s a recipe from the NYT (gift article), where they add the eggs to a pan of simmering cream. I haven’t tried it, but it sounds heavenly. > [The Scrambled Egg Technique That Impressed …](https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/29/dining/how-to-make-scrambled-eggs.html?unlocked_article_code=DKIhXYGES8Q8uc6XszmTOOKsq-F4dE0okSESm3Oje0s4WqmRjeo4KN9N0MkmpSSGb-4WUwPbDTqglf_J_7181Eflj_jpD5Q5ljaSFx5ax-jhAHHuThRKYIIFtWjLrsnfHL51H79Vmf88IGDET5k_FzJzwB5rOB9Rz_TJvc0rertPU1L0xyEx_CDRtKBzMYfxu6FcV-COBrZncjSTB2p2_6IYcoOrLgga3bSlRhH4xHP3Bqmvkb3oqv4KBBpWjJBYV1j0PFegIyOHFHWP-yTqHYXa8Xye6apONuYz_cU9ILBTS7u0R5xypkr1XF4Hvng5oYqabGBmEaQRCj3kxLZPFuCzjjo) Of interest in your link – “leftoverable” scrambled eggs: > Over the course of testing, I ended up with quarts and quarts of [_cream-cooked - b_] scrambled eggs in the fridge, even after my dog Jamón had extracted his daily treat ration. Luckily, it turns out that cream-scrambled eggs are extremely versatile as leftovers — far more so than regular scrambled eggs, which tend to dry out on reheating. **Simply microwaved as is or gently heated on the stovetop with an extra little splash of milk, they are almost as good as they are freshly cooked.** > > I added them to the wok when making batches of fried rice and pad Thai. I spread the eggs with a sprinkle of cheese on flour tortillas, which I rolled up and toasted in a skillet for excellent breakfast burritos. ---
**Author:** ![LSLGuy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lslguy/32/5813_2.png) [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/27 "2023-01-16T19:26:01Z")
> [@bordelond](#): > > Whip the cream first, or just pour it on from the carton? I’ve got something of a glut of blueberries in the freezer … this could help with those, too. Never whip the cream. Just put whatever you consider an individual serving of blueberries into something like a ramekin or cereal bowl. Better deeper & narrower than wider and flatter. Pour the liquid cream over the berries. Not so much they’re all swimming in it, but enough so they’re all nice and wet and the bottommost layer(s) are submerged. Blueberries, blackberries, & raspberries separately or together are great this way. If you want to include strawberries, remove the tops & quarter them first. Diced peaches are great this way too when in season. ---
**Author:** ![purplehorseshoe](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/purplehorseshoe/32/2996_2.png) [@purplehorseshoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/purplehorseshoe)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/28 "2023-01-16T19:28:51Z")
Just wanted to say that Jamón is one helluvan excellent name for a dog. ---
**Author:** ![terentii](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/terentii/32/212_2.png) [@terentii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/terentii)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/29 "2023-01-16T19:31:05Z")
I give it a good shake before pouring it out of the carton, but whipping it works too. ---
**Author:** ![WildaBeast](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/wildabeast/32/6_2.png) [@WildaBeast](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WildaBeast)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/30 "2023-01-16T19:42:48Z")
When I have a little bit of cream left my usual way of using it up is to put it in my coffee. But an entire pint is a bit much to just use in coffee. ---
**Author:** ![DrDeth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/b487fb/32.png) [@DrDeth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DrDeth)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/31 "2023-01-16T19:46:01Z")
> [@Elmer\_J.Fudd](#): > > I finally finished off a carton by adding it to my coffee over the last three weeks. Or get some Kahlúa and have a wonderful cocktail every nite. ---
**Author:** ![Aspenglow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/aspenglow/32/76_2.png) [@Aspenglow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aspenglow)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 7:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/32 "2023-01-16T19:55:58Z")
Here’s an old favorite family recipe that will use up 3/4 cup of your cream: 2 TB butter 2 TB olive oil 16 oz skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed 1/4 c chopped scallions 2 tsp minced garlic 3/4 c heavy cream 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 14 to 16 oz can whole tomatoes, drained and rough chopped 1 cup frozen peas 1 tsp salt fresh ground pepper, to taste 1/4 c fresh basil, chopped, or 1/2 tsp dried 8 oz dried fettuccine or 1 lb fresh 1/2 c freshly grated or shredded Parmesan cheese Put salted water on to boil the pasta. Heat butter and oil in large heavy skillet over medium heat. When foaming subsides, add chicken, scallions, mushrooms and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken begins to brown. Stir in cream, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Heat to a simmer and continue simmer until sauce is slightly thickened and chicken is cooked through. Stir in basil and peas. Drain al dente pasta thoroughly. Add to skillet with chicken and sauce. Toss well. Add Parmesan cheese and toss to combine. Very yum. Will serve 4 comfortably. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Chefguy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/chefguy/32/138_2.png) [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 8:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/33 "2023-01-16T20:01:00Z")
I make a different version with dry-smoked salmon. It calls for a bit of nutmeg, which really perks up the sauce. ---
**Author:** ![xizor](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/xizor/32/102_2.png) [@xizor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/xizor)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 8:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/34 "2023-01-16T20:08:31Z")
> **[Creamy Tuscan Shrimp (Keto friendly)](https://gimmedelicious.com/creamy-tuscan-shrimp/#wprm-recipe-container-16169)** > > Creamy Tuscan Shrimp is a low carb dinner the entire family will devour. Juicy shrimp, creamy sauce, plump tomatoes, and seasoned beautifully. You can quickly make this Tuscan garlic shrimp with just 10 ingredients and ---
**Author:** ![bordelond](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bordelond/32/150_2.png) [@bordelond](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bordelond)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 10:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/35 "2023-01-16T22:15:02Z")
**Aspenglow** and **xizor** – thanks for those tantalizing recipes 🍝 ---
**Author:** ![Kimstu](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/ecd19e/32.png) [@Kimstu](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kimstu)\ **Post date:** [January 16, 2023, 11:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/36 "2023-01-16T23:15:19Z")
In my experience, heavy cream will keep fresh in the freezer just fine and will be usable in cooking, but it will not be as smooth as in its pre-frozen incarnation and it won’t whip up properly the way non-frozen cream will. So feel free to freeze it (whew, say that ten times fast), but don’t expect it to be quite as versatile when thawed. Still fine for cream sauces and such, though. ---
**Author:** ![LSLGuy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lslguy/32/5813_2.png) [@LSLGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LSLGuy)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2023, 1:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/37 "2023-01-17T01:13:16Z")
> [@WildaBeast](#): > > When I have a little bit of cream left my usual way of using it up is to put it in my coffee. But an entire pint is a bit much to just use in coffee. I get through a pint of coffee cream a week. You can too. Trust me. 😉 ---
**Author:** ![dummygladhands71](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/c0e974/32.png) [@dummygladhands71](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dummygladhands71)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2023, 2:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/38 "2023-01-17T02:22:56Z")
freeze ---
**Author:** ![Elmer\_J.Fudd](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/elmer_j.fudd/32/1211_2.png) [@Elmer\_J.Fudd](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elmer_J.Fudd)\ **Post date:** [January 17, 2023, 8:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-ways-to-use-up-a-pint-of-heavy-whipping-cream/978312/39 "2023-01-17T08:18:26Z")
If you’re Herb Alpert… ---
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