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What’s the Difference Between Coconut Milk and Coconut Cream?

“Think of it like butter versus heavy cream,” explains senior test kitchen editor Shilpa Uskokovic. “Coconut milk has a higher water content, and coconut cream, much like butter, has a higher concentration of fat.” Click for more on the differences between the two, plus how to use them in cooking.

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Vegan Coconut Lentil Soup

This flavorful, hearty, and warming meal comes together quickly using mostly pantry staples. We love it with a dollop of yogurt on top, but feel free to omit or use a nondairy yogurt to keep it vegan.

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