CREMA CATALANA

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 cups whole milk (do not use lowfat or nonfat)
8 3x1inch strips lemon peel
4 3x1inch strips orange peel
2 cinnamon sticks, broken in half
8 large egg yolks
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup cornstarch
6 tablespoons brown sugar
Vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Combine milk, lemon peel, orange peel and cinnamon sticks in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Discard lemon peels, orange peels and cinnamon sticks.
  • Using electric mixer, beat egg yolks and sugar in large bowl until light and lemon colored. Beat in cornstarch. Gradually whisk in hot milk. Return mixture to same saucepan. Cook over medium heat until mixture boils, whisking constantly, about 10 minutes. Divide custard among six 2/3 cup custard cups. Refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat broiler. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over custards. Broil until brown sugar caramelizes. (Or caramelize with round branding iron). Serve.

Derek Westbrook
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This recipe is a bit challenging, but it's definitely worth the effort. The crema catalana is absolutely divine.


OliverrRjD
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I've tried other crema catalana recipes before, but this one is my favorite. The custard is so smooth and creamy, and the caramelized sugar topping is perfect.


Aun Abbas
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The crema catalana is absolutely delicious.


Siphesihle Mgubasi
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the crema catalana.


Android Lecture
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I love the addition of the lemon zest in this recipe. It gives the crema catalana a bright and refreshing flavor.


Mahamad Pshko
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This is my go-to recipe for crema catalana. It's easy to make and always comes out perfect.


Hallo Mobile
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The custard is smooth and creamy, and the caramelized sugar topping is always a hit.


Henry Musenteka
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The crema catalana was a perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Mariah Pablo
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the crema catalana. The custard was smooth and creamy, and the caramelized sugar topping was perfectly crisp. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Fazeblue Blue
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This recipe is a keeper! The crema catalana was a hit with my family and friends. The custard was rich and creamy, and the caramelized sugar topping was perfectly crisp. I especially liked the addition of the cinnamon and vanilla, which gave the dish


Don Goodrich
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of custards, but I'm so glad I did! The crema catalana was absolutely delicious. The custard was light and fluffy, and the caramelized sugar topping added the perfect amount of sweetne


Krish Shah
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I've tried many crema catalana recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The instructions were easy to follow and the results were amazing. The custard was smooth and creamy, and the caramelized sugar topping was perfectly crisp. I highly reco


M A M U N „ÉÑ
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This was my first time making crema catalana and it turned out great! The flavors were rich and custard-like, with a crispy caramelized top, just like I like it. I will definitely be making this again.


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