Al Ain Long Life Milk Full Cream goes through an ultra-high-temperature process that lets it sit safely in the pantry for months without refrigeration, right up until the moment you open the pack. That makes it handy to keep a few cartons of in the cupboard for whenever fresh milk runs low, for weekend guests, or for topping up a pot of chai without a last-minute grocery run. The full cream content means it still tastes rounded and creamy rather than thin, so it works well straight in coffee, poured over cereal, or as the milk in a batch of pancakes or a rice pudding. Many households also like keeping a stock of it for kheer, custards or a quick white sauce, since the taste difference from fresh milk is minimal once cooked into a dish.

Because the UHT process is what gives it the long shelf life, there's no need to check the fridge before buying, though it's worth giving the carton a gentle squeeze to make sure it hasn't been damaged or punctured. Once opened, treat it exactly like fresh milk: refrigerate immediately and use it within a few days. It's smart to buy a few packs at a time, since it won't go off sitting in the cupboard.

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