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Butternut Squash and Parsnip Soup

Butternut Squash and Parsnip Soup

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Heat chicken broth in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add butternut squash, celery, apples, leek, garlic, allspice, and thyme; bring to a simmer and cook until vegetables are completely tender, about 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, toss parsnips with coconut oil in a large bowl to coat; transfer to a large baking sheet.
  4. 4 Cook parsnips in the preheated oven until tender and browned, about 30 minutes; add to stockpot.
  5. 5 Fill blender halfway with soup mixture. Cover and hold down lid with a potholder; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Pour puréed soup into a pot. Repeat with remaining soup mixture.
  6. 6 Stir half-and-half into puréed soup; cook until hot, about 5 minutes.

By Sarah Agrella

Leek and Potato Chowder

Leek and Potato Chowder

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
195 min
Total
205 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut off leek roots and leaf tips; cut, vertically, from root ends to tops, being careful not to completely cut through. Leeks will now open like a book. Rinse under running water to remove any dirt between leaves. Slice leeks into 1/4-inch strips.
  2. 2 Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add leeks; sauté until wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a slow cooker.
  3. 3 Melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter in the same skillet over low heat; gradually whisk in flour until mixture forms a clump. Slowly whisk in chicken broth until combined; pour over leeks. Add potatoes and bacon to the slow cooker; season with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. 4 Cover slow cooker. Cook on Low until potatoes are soft, stirring water into mixture if too thick, at least 2 hours; stir in half-and-half and continue cooking 1 hour more.

By KSgoatfarmer

Warm Blue Cheese Dip with Garlic and Bacon

Warm Blue Cheese Dip with Garlic and Bacon

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, 7 to 9 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain; leave grease in the pan. Crumble bacon when cool enough to handle.
  2. 2 Cook garlic in bacon grease over medium heat until soft, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat.
  3. 3 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  4. 4 Beat cream cheese and half-and-half in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until blended. Stir in bacon, garlic, blue cheese, and chives. Transfer mixture to a medium baking dish and cover.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 30 minutes.

By Carol Palaika

Restaurant-Style White Queso Dip

Restaurant-Style White Queso Dip

4.9

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine American cheese and half-and-half in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high power in 1 1/2 minute intervals, stirring in between each interval, until melted and creamy, 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in jalapeños, jalapeño juice, cumin, and cayenne. Microwave for 30 seconds. Stir and serve immediately.

By Nicole McLaughlin

Cheese Fritters

Cheese Fritters

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Beat together cottage cheese and egg in a medium bowl. Stir in flour, half-and-half, sugar, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt; mix until batter is just combined.
  2. 2 Heat 2 inches oil in a deep pot to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. 3 Drop batter by rounded tablespoons into hot oil and fry until golden brown on all sides, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Serve hot.

By Rachel

Roasted Garlic Tirokafteri

Roasted Garlic Tirokafteri

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place roasted red peppers, roasted garlic, hot pepper sauce, lemon juice, oregano, and white pepper into a blender; puree until smooth. Add feta and cream cheese, and puree until smooth.
  2. 2 With blender running, slowly pour in olive oil until incorporated and thickened. Stir in half-and-half if needed to achieve a dip consistency. Cover and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

By Granola Gary

Homemade White Hot Chocolate

Homemade White Hot Chocolate

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Combine white chocolate chips and half-and-half in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  3. 3 Stir continuously until chocolate has completely melted, 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. 4 Stir in milk and vanilla extract until heated through, 3 to 4 minutes more.
  5. 5 Pour into mugs and serve.

By Dawn

Orange Dreamsicle Ice Cream

Orange Dreamsicle Ice Cream

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
610 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Line a fine-mesh sieve with a coffee filter. Pour yogurt into the sieve set over a measuring cup; drain in the refrigerator until about 1/2 cup whey is collected, about 8 hours.
  2. 2 Whisk half-and-half and drink mix in a large bowl. Stir in strained yogurt and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
  3. 3 Pour mixture into and ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze about 2 hours.

By zeebee

Amaretto Ice Cream

Amaretto Ice Cream

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
150 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir heavy cream, half-and-half, and sugar together in a large bowl until sugar dissolved. Stir in liqueur and vanilla.
  2. 2 Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions until ice cream reaches 'soft-serve' consistency. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze about 2 hours before serving.

By ly1310

Coconut-Pineapple Ice Cream

Coconut-Pineapple Ice Cream

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
220 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine cream of coconut, half-and-half, chopped pineapple, pineapple juice, coconut flakes, and coconut extract together in a large bowl.
  2. 2 Pour cream of coconut mixture into an ice cream maker and process until thickened according to manufacturer's instructions; transfer to an airtight container, and place in the freezer until firm, about 3 hours.

By lutzflcat

Banana Walnut Ice Cream

Banana Walnut Ice Cream

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
690 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 2 1/2 cups half-and-half in a large saucepan over medium heat until small bubbles begin to form around the edges. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. 2 Beat egg yolks and sugar together in a large bowl until smooth. Slowly stir in warmed half-and-half, stirring constantly. Transfer egg yolk mixture to the same saucepan; heat over medium heat until bubbles begin to form around the edges. Transfer to the same bowl; stir in heavy cream.
  3. 3 Combine bananas and remaining 3/4 cup half-and-half in a blender; blend until smooth. Transfer banana purée to the cream mixture; mix well. Cover and refrigerate until cold, 3 to 4 hours.
  4. 4 Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions. (Refrigerate any remaining mixture until ready to freeze.) Stir in walnuts. Transfer to 1 quart containers and freeze before serving, 8 hours to overnight.

By franklint99

Easy Ice Cream in a Bag

Easy Ice Cream in a Bag

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine milk, half-and-half, sugar, and vanilla extract in a pint-size resealable plastic bag; seal tightly.
  2. 2 Place pint-size bag of milk mixture, scoop of ice, and 3 tablespoons rock salt into a gallon-size resealable plastic bag; seal tightly.
  3. 3 Rock gallon-size bag back and forth (do not shake) until thickens into ice cream, about 10 minutes. Wipe salt from top of the pint-size bag before opening to prevent salt from getting into ice cream.

By JOLEANB

Lavender Ice Cream

Lavender Ice Cream

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
270 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat heavy cream, half-and-half, honey, and lavender flowers in a heavy 2-quart saucepan, stirring occasionally, until cream just starts to bubble. Remove from heat and cover; let steep for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Strain cream mixture into a bowl using a fine-mesh sieve; discard lavender flowers. Clean saucepan and pour strained cream mixture back in. Heat over medium heat until hot, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Whisk eggs and salt together in a bowl. Whisk in 1 cup hot cream in a slow stream.
  4. 4 Pour egg mixture into the remaining hot cream in the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until custard coats the back of the spoon and reads 175 degrees F (80 degrees C) on an instant-read thermometer, about 5 minutes.
  5. 5 Pour custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl. Let cool completely, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Chill, covered, for at least 3 hours.
  6. 6 Freeze custard in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes. Transfer to an airtight container and place in the freezer to firm up.

By Evermore

Famous Restaurant Alfredo Sauce

Famous Restaurant Alfredo Sauce

4.1

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place pasta in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water. Cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  2. 2 Combine the butter, cream cheese, and half and half in a saucepan. Season with garlic salt and lemon pepper. Bring to a low boil over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring, until thickened slightly. Serve over 12 ounces of pasta.

By GOODNIGHTGRACIE2

Tiramisu Ice Pops

Tiramisu Ice Pops

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
310 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk mascarpone cheese, half-and-half, espresso, coffee-flavor liqueur, sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla bean paste gently in a bowl until smooth.
  2. 2 Divide mascarpone cheese mixture among ice pop molds. Cover and freeze until slightly firm, about 1 hour.
  3. 3 Insert ice pop sticks 2/3 of the way into the molds. Freeze until firm, about 4 hours more.
  4. 4 Run molds under warm water to release and pull out ice pops.

By Lourdes Valdes

Ultra Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Ultra Creamy Mashed Potatoes

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place potatoes and Swanson® Chicken Broth in a 3-quart saucepan. Heat over high heat to a boil, then cover and cook (still on high) for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  2. 2 Drain the potatoes, reserving the broth.
  3. 3 Mash the potatoes with the cream, butter and about 1/2 cup reserved broth (the consistency will vary depending on the type of potatoes used, so you may want to add more of the reserved broth- see ingredient note). Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Copycat KFC Mashed Potatoes

Copycat KFC Mashed Potatoes

4.1

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cover potatoes with cold water by 1 inch in a large saucepan. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil until potatoes are fork-tender but still hold their shape, about 10 minutes; drain.
  2. 2 Return potatoes to saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until excess liquid has evaporated and potatoes are dry, about 1 minute. Process hot potatoes through a potato ricer into a large bowl.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, heat half-and-half and butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until warmed and butter is melted, about 3 minutes; gradually pour into riced potatoes. Stir to incorporate; season with pepper and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Garnish with parsley.

By Nicole Hopper

Hazelnut French Toast

Hazelnut French Toast

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk eggs, half-and-half, and hazelnut liqueur together in a shallow bowl.
  2. 2 Melt 1 teaspoon butter in a large skillet, tilting the skillet to assure complete coverage.
  3. 3 Dip 2 slices brioche in the egg mixture, moistening both sides.
  4. 4 Cook brioche in the hot skillet until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Repeat process until all bread is cooked.
  5. 5 Cut each slice of brioche into half on a bias. Sprinkle hazelnuts over the halves and top with maple syrup.

By Veronica Standeven

Instant Pot Rutabaga Mash

Instant Pot Rutabaga Mash

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour water into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot); place trivet into the Pot. Place rutabaga in the steamer basket; set inside the Pot. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  2. 2 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Drain rutabaga. Remove trivet from the Pot. Return rutabaga to the Pot or place in a medium bowl.
  3. 3 Add half-and-half, butter, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to rutabaga; mash to desired consistency. Rutabaga will have a chunky texture. Serve warm.

By France Cevallos

Fluffy Egg Strata

Fluffy Egg Strata

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
60 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients
  2. 2 Toss cubed bread, cheese, mushrooms, and bacon together in a large bowl; pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  3. 3 Whisk eggs, half-and-half, and mustard together until smooth; pour evenly over bread mixture.
  4. 4 You can bake the strata straightaway but for better results, cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  5. 5 Remove plastic wrap from the baking dish; bake strata in the preheated oven until eggs are set and top is golden brown, about 1 hour. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

By Serenity

Big Batch Creamy Gravy for a Crowd

Big Batch Creamy Gravy for a Crowd

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
9 min
Total
19 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth, at least 2 minutes. Slowly add milk, whisking continuously until mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir half-and-half into the saucepan; season with salt and pepper. Add liquid smoke. Cook and stir until gravy is smooth and slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes more.

By Leslie Kelly

Egg Bites in the Instant Pot®

Egg Bites in the Instant Pot®

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Spray egg molds with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle crumbled bacon into the molds.
  2. 2 Combine shredded cheese, cottage cheese, half-and-half, eggs, and salt in a blender; process until smooth. Divide mixture equally amongst the molds, filling each about 3/4 full. Cover with foil, wrapping tightly around the edges of the molds.
  3. 3 Pour water into the inner pot of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select steam setting according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 5 to 10 minutes for pressure to build.
  4. 4 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes.
  5. 5 Hold the mold over a wire rack and gently push egg bites out. Serve immediately or cool and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

By mary k

The Last Caesar Salad Recipe You'll Ever Need

The Last Caesar Salad Recipe You'll Ever Need

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine anchovy fillets with garlic in a food processor and pulse several times to form a paste. Process mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, half-and-half, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce with anchovy mixture until dressing is creamy. Refrigerate for 1 hour or more before serving.

By Britt Brouwer

Squash Cornbread

Squash Cornbread

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. 2 Combine half-and-half, cornmeal, whole wheat flour, oil, all-purpose flour, eggs, sugar, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl; fold in zucchini. Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into centers comes out clean, about 20 minutes.

By Crina

Creamy Pasta with Imitation Crab

Creamy Pasta with Imitation Crab

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  2. 2 At the same time, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in imitation crab and heat for 2 minutes.
  3. 3 When the water boils, add rotini and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
  4. 4 While the pasta is cooking, add half-and-half and parsley to crab sauce; stir and bring to a simmer. Continue to simmer crab sauce, adding pasta water as necessary, while pasta is finishing.
  5. 5 Drain pasta.
  6. 6 Mix Parmesan cheese into crab sauce and heat until melted, about 2 minutes. Serve over pasta.

By Chef Chevy

Berries and Cream Smoothie

Berries and Cream Smoothie

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour cream and half-and-half into an electric blender and blend on low speed until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and vanilla extract and mix for about 30 seconds. Add blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries. Blend until smooth, adding milk if necessary to make blending easier.

By The Smoothies 101

Easy Crustless Quiche

Easy Crustless Quiche

4.9

Prep
5 min
Cook
70 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Cook chopped bacon and sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, until evenly browned and the bacon is crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  3. 3 Brush butter on the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese into bottom of the dish; top with bacon and sausage. Spread Cheddar cheese over bacon and sausage.
  4. 4 Beat eggs, cream, and half-and-half together in a bowl; slowly pour over cheese and sausage.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool briefly before slicing and serving.

By Jim