sour cream

[Spreeny]

My recipe for tonight's supper calls for 3 tbs soured cream - I only have single cream in the fridge... can I just add some lemon juice to it ? will it work ??

Thank you ..

[-=BigD=-]

No!!!!!!
Sour cream is fermented cream.
The fermentation produces acid to make it sour and thickens it.
You can use Creme Frechie as a substitute (and healthier option).

[Spreeny]

Thankyou

[heathfield]

It would depend on the recipe. Many recipes suggest the use of a lemon if you haven't got the genuine article.

[BBWCHATT]

http://www.recipezaar.com/library/getentry.zsp ?id=147

This website says:
You can also make your own sour cream by adding one teaspoon of lemon juice to each 5 fluid ounces of fresh single cream (table cream).




http://melandmal.com/Tips_38.php?faq=67

[Spreeny]

Thankyou very much