Crème Fraîche
Crème Fraîche is hard to find and is incredibly expensive. This will show you how easy and inexpensive it is to make.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 Tablespoons cultured buttermilk (See Note 1)
Instructions
- Combine cream and buttermilk in a jar or other non-reactive container. Cover with a piece of cheesecloth secured with a rubber band. Let sit at room temperature, around 70° F for 12 to 24 hours, or until thickened.
- Stir to combine. Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate. (See Note 2)
- Yield: 1 cup and 2 tablespoons.
Tips/Notes
- It's important that the buttermilk be cultured.
- Refrigerate for up to 10 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 46kcalCarbohydrates: 0gProtein: 0gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 6mgPotassium: 12mgSugar: 0gVitamin A: 195IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 11mg
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