Crème fraîche is a workhorse in the kitchen, and it’s a classic favorite for topping creamy soups or crisp crostini. But the real magic happens when crème fraîche is taken out of its comfort zone. The following five recipes combine old-school and new-kid-on-the-block techniques for cooking with crème fraîche, whether it’s blended with velvety avocado into a rich sauce for steak or used as a thick, tangy base for a seasonal flatbread. Using up that last bit of a tub never tasted so good.
Want delicious crème fraîche recipes? Try these:
1. Skirt Steak with Avocado-Crème Fraîche Drizzle
2. Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes with Crème Fraîche and Crispy Bacon
Smooth, creamy, smoky, and snackable, these potato halves may be served as an appetizer, snack, or main course, depending on how you slice ’em.
3. Orecchiette with Crème Fraîche, Swiss Chard, and Toasted Walnuts
4. Sticky Gingerbread Cake with Whipped Crème Fraiche
5. Braised Escarole Flatbread with Crème Fraîche, Honey, and Eggs
Rebecca Haley-Park
Rebecca Haley-Park is culture's former editor and resident stinky cheese cheerleader. A native New Englander, she holds a BFA in creative writing from University of Maine at Farmington.
Photographer Felicia Perretti
As a commercial photographer specializing in food and beverage photography Felicia Perretti and her team don’t just create unique imagery for your needs, but layout an innovative plan discussing the idea, brand, and audience you are reaching. Felicia works out of New York and Philadelphia working nationally with various food clients.
Stylist Lisa Russell
Lisa Russell is a Philadelphia based prop and food stylist and art director for print and film. Lisa has extensive advertising and editorial experience and a vast knowledge of Philadelphia and New York styling resources.
