flan

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   Flan (Creme Caramel) Posted by CookinMom at recipegoldmine.com April 27, 2001 This is a wonderful dessert after a rich or highly spiced meal

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   Creme Caramel is an old French specialty which they taught to the Mexicans during the time they ruled Mexico

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   The Mexicans have re-named it Flan, and have made it even better

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   Now it can be found all over Mexico, from the finest restaurant to the small street vendor, and is enjoyed by all

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   This version is nicely sweet, light as a maidens breath, and perfectly textured

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   Bring gently to boil, stirring often: 4 3/4 cups milk 1 1/3 cups half-and-half 2 cups granulated sugar Zest of one lemon Good grating of nut

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   While it is cooling, prepare the Caramel

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   In a heavy pan, bring to a boil: 2 cups granulated sugar 1/4 cup water Stir until sugar is melted