Slimmer Cream - Carnation Evaporated Milk

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Slimmer Cream - Carnation Evaporated Milk is a lower-fat convenient substitute for half-and-half, light cream, coffee cream or heavy cream.

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Ingredients:

NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk, amount per your recipe

Directions:

SUBSTITUTE an equal amount of Carnation Evaporated Milk in place of the cream product called for in your recipe for that rich, sweet dairy flavor. Use Carnation Evaporated Milk in place of half-and-half, light cream, coffee cream or heavy cream.

NOTE: To use Evaporated Milk in place of Light Whipping Cream or Heavy Whipping Cream, please see our recipe: Whipped Carnation Evaporated Milk Topping

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H MIKKELSEN from Arlington Heights, IL

I have a recipe for Turkey A La King which calls for 2 cups of cream. Have been making this for years according to the recipe until this week. Since I had no cream at home, I grabbed a can of Carnation Evaporated Milk to use instead. The recipe turned out better than ever before. Will always make the new way now.
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Linda Kraskewicz from Ashland, OH

I remember my Dad using canned milk in his coffee all the time, I started using canned milk again after a recipe only called for half can,my coffee tasted as if cream was added. I now use carnation milk in soups,cakes, I'm never without a can in the house.
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frances tropeano from toms river, NJ

I remember my mother using canned milk all the time in our tea, it was always in our refrigerater,times were hard and carnation can milk was always a great source for my dada coffee in the morning . I am so happy to find this sight I love cooking and baking and this is a very happy day to find this sight I always have cans of this on my shelf but now it will be used for many things . thank you so much
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Debbye Trueman from FRONT ROYAL, VA

Carnation evaporated mike is excellent to use any time. I use it in my cake recipes and the flavor is just awesome.
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Terri Conner from MCPHERSON, KS

I use the no fat carnation milk in a cream soup recipe, you can not tell the difference from the whole milk it calls for. I use it all the time for subs. in recipes.
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Fran Ritter from LA JUNTA, CO

Have used the fat free version ever since I had to revise my recipes for a low-cholesterol diet. It's so rich we've never noticed a difference in taste. I always keep it on hand - just like I did the regular Carnation.
For a Richer Taste

C Wakeling from SILVER SPRINGS, NV

I love using Carnation evaporated milk in alot of my dishes, for example a creamer mac & cheese or mashed potatoes. It also makes creamed soups & gravies richer tasting. Carnation evaporated milk has been an all time favorite of mine and always will be. thank you
in coffee

Beth Carpenter from SEATTLE, WA

I discovered how good Carnation Evaporated milk is in coffee when I ran out of milk products and I won't drink black coffee! It was great and even made it a little sweet!
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ERIS BLANTON from WATERTOWN, NY

We have long use this product, in everything from coffee we love carnation evaporated milk.
Never Thought of This

M House from ROCHESTER, NY

I never thought about using evaporated milk as a substitute before. What a great tip!
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De Anna Jenks from Eagle River, AK

I thought this was MY secret. I've been using Carnation Evaporated Milk for years instead of cream in my cream soups and chowders. Anything that calls for cream can taste as good or better with this convenient substitution. I'll continue using it.
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Rachelle Corley from BERKELEY, CA

I have used Carnation Evaporated Milk since I was a kid. We use it in everything. I use it in Mac n Cheese for the kids, I also use it for mashed potatoes, soups, baking when it requires cream or half and half. It's quick, easily accessible, and it doesn't take space up in the fridge!
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Brenda Hardwick from DENVER, CO

I am always running out to get cream or half-n-half, using Carnation evaporated milk instead is a terrific low-fat substitution! I Love it!
Great instead of milk...

Linda Randles from NORTH CANTON, OH

I used Carnation Evaporated milk in my smashed pototoes instead of regular milk and there was a bir difference in the taste. Mt husband even said the potatoes was much better and ask what I did different. Thanks...
Great Tip

Pam Lathwood from Natick, MA

This is the best tip ever. Usually I have to make a special trip to buy heavy cream for special recipes and then end up throwing out the left-overs, or I just don't make that recipe. I always have evaporated milk on hand. I'll be baking my special scones more often now.
Quick Creme brulee

Carrie Thomas from Albia, IA

I never thought of THIS for making creme brulee if I didnt have the heavy cream and half and half! Now as long as I keep some around, I wont have to run into town *just* for one ingredient!
whipped smoothie

MARY RAY from EASTPOINTE, MI

I love to whip up a can of Carnation evaporated skim milk with my stick blender and then add a 1/2 cup of pureed fruit for a rich smoothie dessert thats healthy too
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Karry Beard from INDEPENDENCE, MO

This is awesome I use it in all my cooking, makes everything so much richer, I make sure my pantry is kept well stocked, and at Christmas I go thru several cans, it is much easier than worrying about having half & half or Cream on hand, I can't do without it. And you can't beat the price either
French Toast and cream soups

Tina Menzo from Jackson, NJ

I use Carnation evaporated milk for my french toast to give it a richer, more custard-like batter. It's the only thing I have ever used to make my cream soups. I never have to worry about having enough milk in the house. Carnation is always there in the cupboard.
Great for Camping

JEANETTE PEDGINSKI from TOK, AK

My dad is 91 and he has been using Carnation Evaporated Milk on his horse-packing, hunting and camping trips in Alaska's wilderness for over 60 years. He opens two small holes in the top of the can with the tip of the can-opener blade of his pocket-knife, then when it is time to travel he plugs the holes with bits of paper towel. In the days before coolers, he kept his milk fresh by anchoring it in a stream or digging a hole for it in the cool ground. Even today, with dozens of flavors to choose from, he still prefers Carnation Evaporated Milk in his morning coffee. Because of where we lived in Alaska, my parents would buy a case at a time. I try to keep at least 6 cans on hand for my own coffee as well as my family's frequent requests for pumpkin pie.
Low-Fat Chowders & Quiches

Lori Martin from Lititz, PA

My family and friends love my clam chowder and crab and corn chowder but the recipes call for heavy cream. I substitute a can of fat-free Carnation, whisked with a tablespoon of cornstarch, in the chowder pot and it tastes wonderful - much lower in fat and cholesterol too! One of my most requested dishes for winter get-togethers. You can also substitute the fat-free Carnation for the heavy cream in your favorite quiche recipe and signigicantly lower the fat content. My husband loves it! We can eat seconds and not feel guilty!
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Bernadine DeLap from Sussex, WI

I am the cheesecake lady in our community. I make about 50 different kinds and always use either sour cream or heavy cream. I had neither in the house, but did have a can of Carnation evaporated milk. I whipped it a little with my emersion blender and added this to my recipe. I was so happy with the results that I will use it in the future.
DESIGNER COFFEE?

DA ORLOSKI from MENTOR, OH

I USED THIS FOR OUR COFFEE AND MY HUSBAND THOUGHT I HAD FOUND A NEW BRAND OF DESIGNER COFFEE. IT REALLY ADDS A RICHNESS TO THE COFFE TASTE THAT MAKES IT SEEM "EXPENSIVE".
coffee creamery

MaryE Watson from Belleview, FL

I use Carnation evaporated milk in my coffee all the time ,it taste the best! And I love the creamery taste.
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margaret mccarthy from Hiles, WI

I loved it. It tastes just like the real thing in recipes. I used it in my cream of tomato soup recipe-even my 2 year old loved it! Couldn't taste the difference
WOW! This worked great!

DAWN EARNEST from JACKSONVILLE, AR

I always keep a can of Libby's Pumpkin and Carnation evaporated milk in my pantry. I LOVE pumpkin pie. I drink half and half in my coffee, and had run out. I was browsing this site and found where I could substitute the evaporated milk for half and half. My coffee was great. I'm so glad I found this. I don't think I will be buying the half and half again. The carnation keeps in the pantry until I'm ready to open a new can. Thank you!
Enjoy rich desserts without rich calories

Chris Williams from The Village, OK

Was thrilled to find the perfect substitute for cream in my favorite dessert - creme brulee. Made with Carnation evaporated milk, creme brulee still has a rich, creamy taste without cream's rich calorie content. Will never go back to cream!
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Pamela Pullen from SCOTTSDALE, AZ

My mom always used this product since I could remember. So it is now in my kitchen on a permanent bases. I always purchase the Fat Free cans, just simply to lower the fat content of the dishes I prepare. But my family sure would know the difference if I used anything else. Glad this product is still around after so many years. Don't change a thing!
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Lynne Ryan from Glouster, ON

My Mom used slimmer cream when she made rice pudding it was so much creamer I use it often in place of regular milk. it makes every recipes taste better
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo

Elizabeth Roberts from Central Square, NY

My husband and I were trying to come up with an idea of something for dinner. My husband saw a recipe in one of my cookbooks for an alfredo sauce. We didn't hav any cream to make it so he decided to use Carnation evaporated milk as a substitute. It turned out wonderful. We cooked up some angel hair pasta, steamed some broccoli, cooked up some chicken breast and the alfredo sauce and it was an excellent meal. The evaporated milk was a great substitute. We always buy the lower fat evaporated milk or fat free when we can find it. It really does make a great permanent substitute.
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CHARLENE GUESS from CHUCKEY, TN

I have cooked with Carnation Evaporated Milk for many years. I always keep several cans of evaporated milk in my cupboards and I always try to make sure it is Carnation. I am so glad to know you can use Carnation Evaporated Milk instead of heavy cream. This will make a lot of difference in my cooking since I never made recipes calling for heavy cream because I never had any. Thanks for the tip.
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Tonya Freeman from Corbin, KY

I love Carnation Evaporated milk in my coffee. I would have never guessed it was lower in fat because of how creamy & smooth it makes my coffee.
Homemade sauces

Linda Stone from Miramar, FL

Carnation Evaporated milk makes homemade Alfredo sauce and sausage gravy so creamy and delicious.
Carnation Evaporated Milk, just the ticket

CATHY LIGON from Pagosa Springs, CO

I've always used evaporated milk when I make mashed potatoes, but used it in a lemon(Pudding)pie yesterday, and WOW, may husband thought it was really special. I'll be using Carnation Evaporated milk in all my puddings now.
On my oatmeal

Darleena Jones from Merritt Island, FL

Since I was a kid I've used Carnation Evaporated milk on my oatmeal. Oatmeal just isn't the same without it.
Choc. oatmeal cookies

michelle heaton from woodruff, SC

I make no-bake choc. oatmeal cookies for my kids on a regular basis. The recipe calls for milk. I use Carnation evaporated milk instead and the cookies have a richer taste and harden better. They taste sooooo much better!
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lydia sepe from Greendale, WI

To my surprise, evap. milk was great for use in place of cream. However, I've just used it in cooking replacements instead of baking, but I'm going to do so. You can also use a little bit less & add a bit of water to get the texture you want. I just puncture the can with a can opener & cover w/tinfoil in the fridge to use until gone. A staple in my pantry.
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Dorothy Hubbard from Decatur, IA

I always keep a couple of cans of Carnation Evaporated Milk on hand for baking. They are the best and make my dishes taste so much creamier and richer
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L. Donovan from Whitehorse, YT

I have been using Carnation milk in all of my recipes since I was a child. I find that I get a richer tasting recipe without adding loads of calories to my meals. It is easy to have on hand and I always keep my pantry stocked with several cans of milk.
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Renay Madl from Waterville, PA

I use Carnation Evaporated Milk for almost everything and it is much cheaper and better tasting than milk when in a recipe. Yummy! Make more recipes Carnation!!
Easy to use

Cindy Barnes from Cumming, GA

I use evaporated milk for all the recipes I love calling for half and half or cream. It has always been successful and delicious. I now use it whipped, too!! Hooray!!
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Frances Teel from Mobile, AL

Family can't tell the difference in this or regular cream in recipes. Thanks a million for coming up with the slimmer cream.
What a Surprise!

K. N. from Tacoma, WA

Even when I am watching my weight, I can't seem to give up my Half n Half in my coffee. I am so glad I tried Carnation Evaporated Milk. I am hooked! Tastes great and has fewer calories and fat grams! Thanks
Soups- Sustitute

Brenda Hails from Arlington, TX

I used Evaporated milk instead of heavy cream in my mom's recipe for Cream of Carrot Soup and it was so good I couldn't tell the diference.
Works in more than you think!

DEBORAH BLACKSTONE from middlesboro, KY

I have used Carnation Evaporated Milk, as a coffee creamer for a long time. One day thinking, instead of milk, I used it in mashed potatoes. I was great. So now when I need milk in certain receipes, such as creamed soups, potatoes of all kinds, thickner partner for graveies, or just to cream my coffee, I use the old standard, Carnation.
Bread Pudding

Marina Sua from Hawthorne, CA

I love using the Carnation Evaporated milk in my bread pudding. It gives a richer flavour and when it somes out from the oven I like to pour some more of the Carnation Evaporated milf on top of the bread pudding.
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Phyllis Wiedner from Highland, IL

Delicious!
No more guilt!

Anne Spreng from Allentown, PA

Carnation Evaporated Milk is such a good substitute for the heavy cream in one of my favorite soup recipes. My family loves the soup, but I worried about the fat. No more! Thanks, Carnation!
Very quick and easy

linda tegarden from kihei, HI

Very quick and easy to do and also delicious.
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Barbara Larsen from South Jordan, UT

I like to use it for a creamy caramel sauce for my caramel rolls. YUM!!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1/1 of recipe

Servings Per Recipe: 1 recipe

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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