30 ways to use up thickened cream

Make the most of leftover thickened cream with this collection of easy recipes designed to reduce waste and boost flavour. From creamy pastas and comforting bakes to quick desserts and no-fuss sauces, these ideas help you use up thickened cream in simple, everyday cooking. Perfect for weeknight meals, weekend baking or turning fridge leftovers into something delicious, each recipe keeps prep easy and results reliable.

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Watch step-by-step videos showing simple ways to cook with thickened cream in sweet and savoury dishes.

Creamy Egg and Salmon Risoni

Recipe: Creamy Egg and Salmon Risoni

Quick and Easy Fettuccine Carbonara

Recipe: Quick and Easy Fettuccine Carbonara

Cake Tin Frittata

Recipe: Cake Tin Frittata

Creamy One Pot Roast Chicken

Recipe: Creamy One Pot Roast Chicken

Cheese and Broccoli Fingers

Recipe: Cheese and Broccoli Fingers

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Naan Tacos

Recipe: Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Naan Tacos

 
Make the most of leftover cream with a few handy kitchen tools - think saucepans for quick simmering, whisk sets for smooth sauces, baking dishes and airtight containers for storing anything you prep ahead. These basics help you turn that spare cream into

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