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Homemade Sour Cream
By SUSAN OLAYINKA AND MASHED STAFF
Ingredients:
- 1½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ lemon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Servings:
- 2 cups
Total Time:
- 2 minutes prep, 0 minutes cook
1. Combine all ingredients in an airtight mason jar with a lid.
2. Secure the lid and begin shaking the mason jar until the cream thickens (about 2 minutes).
3. Get a cheesecloth or kitchen paper and place it over the open mason jar.
4. Leave for 24 hours in a cool, dark place.
5. Remove the cheesecloth/kitchen paper and give the mixture a final stir. It will have thickened significantly to a sour cream texture.
6. Secure the lid back on and store it in the fridge for up to 1 week.