Half-and-Half

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Half-and-half is a dairy product containing milk and about 10.5 to 18% cream, as specified by federal guidelines.

Half-and-half is a creamy-tasting product often added to hot drinks like coffee and tea, or served with fresh fruit. Its flavour is creamy, but its fat content is too low for it to be used to make whipped cream.

Varieties

The proportion of milk to cream in half-and-half is defined by federal guidelines.

Buying and storing tips

Like any fresh-milk product, half-and-half should be stored in the refrigerator and used in about two to three days after it is purchased.

Availability

Half-and-half is widely available in health food stores, specialty stores, and markets.

Preparation, uses, and tips

Half-and-half is a standard coffee cream; it is also used in cooking in dishes like quiche, and in the preparation of desserts.

Nutritional Highlights

Half-and-half (cream, fluid), 1 Tbsp (15mL)
Calories: 19.5
Protein: 0.44g
Carbohydrate: 0.64g
Total Fat: 1.7g
Fiber: 0.0g