Don't let that carton of skimmed milk go to waste! There are many delicious ways to use it up, from savory dishes to sweet treats.
Savory Uses for Skimmed Milk:
Skimmed milk's lower fat content makes it ideal for some savory dishes, lending a thinner consistency compared to whole milk.
- Soups: Use skimmed milk in creamy soups like potato and leek soup (reference 2) or just tomato soup (reference 6) for a lighter texture. It works particularly well in soups where you're adding other creamy elements, preventing the soup from becoming overly rich.
- Quiches: Skimmed milk can be a substitute in quiches like the cheese and onion quiche (reference 8), though the final result might be slightly less rich. Consider adding extra cheese or cream to compensate.
Sweet Uses for Skimmed Milk:
While it might not be as rich as whole milk, skimmed milk can still be successfully incorporated into sweet recipes:
- Puddings: Many puddings can accommodate skimmed milk. Experiment with Punjabi kesari kheer (yellow rice pudding) (reference 1) or a chocolate chai seeds pudding (reference 3), adjusting sweetness or thickness as needed.
- Baked Goods: Skimmed milk can be used in recipes like banana chocolate chip streusel muffins (reference 7), though you might need to add a little extra oil or butter to ensure moistness. The baked goods might be slightly less rich, but still delicious.
- Homemade Drinks: Create your own flavored milks; for example, try making almond turmeric milk (reference 5), substituting the almond milk with a skimmed milk base.
Making the Most of Your Skimmed Milk:
Remember that the lower fat content of skimmed milk means you might need to adjust recipes slightly to account for the difference in texture and richness. Experiment and find what works best for you! Always refer to the original recipe before making substitutions.
