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creamYellowish part of milk, rich in butterfat, that rises to the surface naturally if milk is allowed to stand. In the dairy industry, cream is separated mechanically. Cream is graded by percentage of fat content. In the U.S., half-and-half, a mixture of milk and cream, contains 10.5–18% butterfat; light cream, commonly served with coffee, contains no less than 18%; and medium and heavy creams (the latter including whipping cream) contain about 30% and 36% respectively. Commercial sour cream, about 18–20% butterfat, is inoculated with lactic-acid-producing bacteria. See also ice cream. cream 1. cream sherry a full-bodied sweet sherry 2. a. a yellowish-white colour b. (as adjective): cream wallpaper How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Currently the most popular wines are tempranillos, roses, albarinos, zinfandels and sweet cream sherries. If you make your own Creation, start with fat-free Sinless Sweet Cream ice cream (140 calories in a Like It) instead of a regular ice cream (around 330 calories). Finishes with a refreshing fade of sweet cream, agave fruit, and pepper. |
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