Homemade Mexican Crema

By markemilw

Ingredients

• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt

Details

Adapted from epicurious.com

Preparation

Step 1

MixCombine all the ingredients in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and set it out at room temperature for 3 hours.

Serve or StoreTransfer to a serving bowl if using right away, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate if storing.



COOKING NOTES

ADVANCE PREPARATION
When purchasing sour cream, pay attention to the expiration date. The crema can be made and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for as long as the sour cream would last.
Bring the crema to room temperature before serving.