Which of the following steps will not help prevent a cream soup from curdling?
A) using béchamel in place of milk in the soup
B) adding the cream just before serving the soup
C) adding cold milk to hot soup
D) simmering the soup gently after the cream is added

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Adding cold milk to hot soup can cause the mixture to separate and curdle. Therefore, this step will not help prevent a cream soup from curdling. The other options (A, B, and D) can help prevent curdling by using a stabilizer (béchamel), adding cream at the right time (just before serving), and simmering gently after adding the cream.

Which of the Following Steps Will Not Help Prevent a Cream