11. Before adding cream to a simmering soup, you need to

A. simmer the cream.

B. chill the cream.

C. strain the cream through cheesecloth.

D. allow the cream reach room temperature.

Student Answer: D

Answer: Incorrect

Which answer is right?

simmer the cream

Explanation:

Don't add cold milk directly into a hot liquid. Instead, whisk small amounts of the hot liquid into the cold milk. When the milk is warm, then add it into the hot liquid. This process is called tempering. Or, simply heat the milk gently in a saucepan before adding it.