Homemade Crème Fraîche
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About 2 cups For best results, do not use ultrapasteurized cream to make crème fraîche.
Let's Prepare
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Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup buttermilk or plain yogurt with live cultures
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Combine in a jar or container: 2 cups heavy cream; ¼ cup buttermilk or plain yogurt with live cultures
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Step 2.
Cover and let sit, at room temperature, until the cream thickens considerably and smells slightly sour, 12 to 36 hours.
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Step 3.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.