Heavy Cream Recipe from Whole Milk with Melted Butter

Instructions:

1. Place the 1/4 cup unsalted butter in a small bowl. <small>Note: Use low power in the microwave to avoid splattering.</small>
2. Let the butter sit for 60 seconds <strong>until it is warm but not scalding</strong>.
3. If using the optional tablespoon of flour, whisk it into the melted butter now <strong>until a smooth paste forms</strong>.
4. Measure 3/4 cup whole milk into a separate container.
5. Add one tablespoon of the milk to the butter and whisk. <small>Note: This prevents the butter from clumping.</small>
6. Slowly pour the rest of the milk into the butter while whisking constantly.
7. Continue whisking for about 1 minute <strong>until the liquid looks uniform and slightly frothy</strong>.
8. Let it sit for <strong>2</strong> minutes <strong>until the bubbles settle and the texture thickens</strong>.