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Mock Sour Cream Recipe

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From Notre Dame Department of Human Resources Wellness Team

If you are looking for a low calorie, non-fat, low-carb, and low cholesterol substitution for sour cream, here is the answer. Make your own with these basic ingredients: milk, buttermilk powder, unflavored gelatin, and yogurt. Plan ahead at least one hour for refrigeration time.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
  • 4 teaspoons buttermilk powder
  • 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt

Preparation:

In a medium-size heavy saucepan, whisk together the milk and buttermilk powder. Sprinkle the gelatin on top and let stand until the gelatin softens, about 5 minutes.

Set the pan over low heat and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until the gelatin dissolves. Remove from the heat and whisk in the yogurt.

Transfer the mixture to a medium-size bowl, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour or until thickened. Store tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Yield: 1-1/2 cups

Nutritional Information (per serving = 1 tablespoon): 11 Calories, 0 Total Fat, 0 Saturated Fat, 2 mg Cholesterol, 1 g Protein, 1 g Carbohydrates, 11 mg Sodium, 0 Added Sugar, 0 Fiber

Source: Notre Dame Department of Human Resources Wellness Team, used with permission

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