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Classic Flan

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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 to 50 minutes
Makes: 6 to 8 servings

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What You Need

1/2
cup sugar
1
can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
1
can (12 oz.) evaporated milk
6
EGGS
1/2
tsp. vanilla

Here’s How

  1. CARAMELIZE SUGAR: (Caution: Caramelized sugar is very hot; take care not to touch it.) PLACE sugar in small heavy saucepan. HEAT over medium heat, watching carefully, until sugar is melted and turns deep golden brown. IMMEDIATELY remove from heat and pour into 9-inch flan dish or pie plate. Holding dish with potholders, quickly tilt dish to coat bottom completely and evenly. Syrup will harden quickly.
  2. HEAT oven to 350°F. MIX condensed and evaporated milks in medium saucepan; heat until very hot. Milk should be steaming but not bubbling. Meanwhile BEAT eggs and vanilla in medium bowl until blended but not foamy; slowly stir in hot milk.
  3. PLACE flan dish in baking pan large enough to hold dish without touching sides of pan. POUR egg mixture into flan dish.
  4. PLACE pan on rack in center of 350°F oven; pour very hot water into baking pan (Hot-Water Bath) to within 1/2 inch of top of flan dish. BAKE until knife inserted near center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. REMOVE dish from water bath at once; cool on wire rack.

Enjoy

  • To serve warm, cool on wire rack 10 minutes. Gently loosen edges with tip of knife. Invert onto platter.
  • To serve cold, cool completely on wire rack. Refrigerate several hours or overnight to chill thoroughly. Gently loosen edges with tip of knife. Unmold before serving.
  • Garnish with strawberries and fresh mint. Cut into wedges.

Insider Info

  • Don't skip the hot-water bath. A hot water bath, or bain-marie, insulates the custard from the direct heat of the oven and promotes even cooking so the edges don't overcook before the center is done. Very hot tap water will do.
  • The caramelized sugar melts during baking, forming an amber-colored caramel sauce. The sauce flows down the sides when unmolded, to surround the flan in a pool. Be sure to use a deep enough platter or plate to contain the sauce.
  • When is it done? Baked custard should be removed from the oven (and water bath) before the center is completely set. The center will jiggle slightly when dish or cup is gently shaken. Custard will continue to "cook" after it's removed and center will firm up quickly. Overbaked custard may curdle. The knife test: Test for doneness with a thin-bladed knife. Insert knife about 1 inch from the center custard. If knife is clean when pulled out, the custard is done. If any custard clings to the blade, bake a few minutes longer and test again.

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Nutrition Information

Per Serving

Excellent Source: protein, choline and calcium

Good Source: vitamin A and vitamin D

calories: 394
total fat: 11g
saturated fat: 5g
polyunsaturated fat: 1g
monounsaturated fat: 3g
cholesterol: 211mg
sodium: 220mg
carbohydrates: 60g
dietary fiber: 0g
protein: 16g
vitamin A: 670.0IU
vitamin D: 89.8IU
folate: 36.0mcg
calcium: 380.5mg
iron: 1.2mg
choline: 198.8mg

vitamin C: 2.4mg
vitamin E: 0.9IU
trans fat: 0g
sugars: 59g
potassium: 503.5mg
magnesium: 39.0mg
selenium: 27.0mcg
phosphorus: 377.0mg
vitamin B12: 1.0mcg
vitamin K: 0.6mcg
vitamin B6: 0.2mg
copper: 0.1mg
vitamin B1 - thiamin: 0.1mg
manganese: 0mg
zinc: 2.0mg
vitamin B2 - riboflavin: 0.7mg
vitamin B3 - niacin: 0.3mg
omega 3: 0.1g
omega 6: 0.9g

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