Catalonian Cream
- Prep Time: 30 min.
- Cook Time: 10 min.
- Serves: 8
Recipe Provided By: Reader's Digest
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Ingredients
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1 quart milk
- 1 lemon, zested
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 9 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Nutrition Info
Per Serving
- Calories: 173 kcal
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- Carbohydrates: 17 g
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- Dietary Fiber: 0 g
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- Fat: 8 g
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- Protein: 7 g
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- Sugars: 12 g
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Cooking Directions
- Dissolve the cornstarch in 1/2 cup milk in a small bowl. Set aside. Bring the remaining 3 1/2 cups milk, lemon zest, and cinnamon to a oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Beat the egg yolks and sugar with an electric mixer at high speed until pale and thick. Slowly pour the boiling milk into the eggs and sugar. Return to the heat and gradually add the cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil and cook 2-3 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly.
- Remove from the heat and pour into individual ramekins. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Yield: 8 servings
3. Still Hungry?
For dessert, try this creamy custard with a crunchy caramel topping. For a delicious caramel topping, mix 1/4 cup of sugar with 2 tablespoons of cold water over low heat until caramelized. Drizzle the caramel over the chilled custards just before serving.
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