Because you’re hacking the system. You’re looking at a container of half-and-half and saying, “Not today, system.” You are a dairy hacker.
It’s also hilarious when you tell people. “Oh, this sauce? I made my own cream from half-and-half and butter.” They will look at you like you just solved a Rubik’s cube while juggling.
And honestly? It’s cheaper. Heavy cream costs like five dollars. Half-and-half costs two. You just saved three bucks to spend on something fun. Treat yourself to a gummy worm.