15 Recipes To Use Up The Heavy Cream Carton In Your Refrigerator Door

"Heavy whipping cream is one of those things that pops up in a lot of recipes, but for some reason, it's never sold in exactly the amount you need. Instead, you're always left with some odd amount of heavy cream left over and no real idea what to do with it because, well, the recipe you bought it for is done now. That's where these recipes to use up heavy cream come in handy."

"Personally, this always happens to me after I make homemade fettuccine alfredo. I buy the pint, make the sauce, and then, invariably, whatever's left over just expires and I throw it away. But honestly, it's so easy to turn those little bits of heavy cream into something delicious, or just choose a dinner recipe for the following week that'll make use of the remainder."

Leftover heavy whipping cream can be used in a variety of dishes to avoid waste. Small amounts work well in sauces, soups, and creamy pasta like fettuccine alfredo, and larger amounts can be turned into desserts or incorporated into baked goods. Even a few tablespoons can enrich mashed potatoes, coffee, or pan sauces. Planning a follow-up recipe that uses the remaining cream prevents spoilage. Simple transformations include making cream-based sauces, custards, or whipped cream, and adding richness to savory dishes. Using leftover cream saves money and yields flavorful, indulgent results with minimal extra effort.

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