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  • noun North America A rich cream, at least 36 percent of which is milkfat.
  • noun Pasteurized cream at least 36 percent of which is milkfat, optionally homogenized, and optionally containing added flavor, nutritive sweetener, emulsifier, or stabilizer.

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  • noun contains more than 36% butterfat

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  • Oh the magic elixir to finish my sauces and cream soups, and certain baked goods!

    July 24, 2009

  • Yum. Feel free to hire me as taste tester.

    July 24, 2009