"Goomba" wrote in message
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Melba's Jammin' wrote:

Have you ever used half and half or evaporated milk instead of the heavy
cream, Serene? I'm thinking I'll try evaporated milk to add richness.
Huh? What could be richer tasting than cream itself?

Right, evap adds no extra butterfat... but it does add a caramelized flavor
that is acceptible in confections and some sweet dishes but can be off
tasting in savory dishes. I would be loathe to use evap in any cream-of
soup, especially celery.