Recipes tagged with « Creamy »
Vanilla Frozen Yogurt Remix
Greek yogurt and heavy cream form the base, using maple syrup instead of granulated sugar for complexity. Cinnamon replaces vanilla extract, adding warmth. Salt balances flavors. Blend just enough to combine, pour into a CREAMi™ pint sans lid, freeze 22 hours to avoid blade damage. Onion-clear ice signals ready. Spin on frozen yogurt cycle, respin if icy. Mix-ins optional right after spinning. Texture tight, dense but creamy. Substitutions for sugars and spices detailed. Frozen yogurt technique benefits from watching texture not clock. Practical tips on freezing, blending, and cleaning included to avoid common pitfalls.
Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Remix
Shrimp and fettuccine blanketed in a creamy sauce that clings with body and tang. Butter and garlic sizzle first, the base for roux thickened with flour, then heavy cream plus milk add silkiness. Cream cheese swaps in, lending tang and depth. Onion powder and Italian herbs tick the flavor up. Parmesan finishes off the sauce with sharp umami. Shrimp gets a quick high-heat sauté until pink with a slight snap. Toss pasta in the sauce, fold shrimp gently, a hit of fresh parsley to brighten. Fat-forward, tactile, rich. Substitutions and timing cues keep it kitchen-proof.
Spiked Nutty Cream Float
A twist on the classic root beer float. Start with chilled cream soda, swap Skrewball whiskey for bourbon with vanilla notes, add salted caramel ice cream instead of plain vanilla. Finish with dollops of whipped cream, salted caramel syrup drizzle, and chopped roasted almonds. Single glass — casual, indulgent. Serves one. Calories moderate with high sugar and fat, plenty of protein from the dairy, sodium on the low side. A relaxed dessert beverage where balance of cream, sweetness, and boozy warmth count.
Creamy Tortellini Ham
Rich, creamy pasta tossed with browned smoked pork cubes, fresh cheese tortellini, and green peas. Uses a lightly thickened cream and Parmesan sauce with garlic aroma. Salt balances, black pepper adds bite. Simple, quick, and flexible for swaps.
Quinoa Quinotto with Peas and Shiitakes
A quinoa-based creamy grain dish cooked slow in vegetable broth scented with thyme and roasted garlic. Shiitake mushrooms replace the original coffee mushrooms, roasted until caramelized to bring earthiness. Creamy cashew milk swapped for soya to add richness and balance. Aromatic lemon zest with chives and fresh peas fold in at the end. Crisp arugula salad tossed with lemon juice and olive oil tops the dish, finished with vegan Parmesan for umami punch. Layers of texture and brightness. Technique focused on gradual liquid absorption for creamy grains. Practical flavors that stand on their own.
Almond Vinaigrette Sauce
A nutty sauce using toasted sliced almonds and a tangy reduction of vinegar and broth thickened with cornstarch slurry. Cream adds richness while golden shallots replace onions, and chicken broth swapped partially for vegetable stock makes it lighter. Brown sugar swapped for honey to sweeten. The sauce thickens over simmer then whisked till glossy. Use as a drizzle over roasted vegetables or grilled meats. A hint of smoked paprika layers subtle warmth. Salt and pepper to finish.