Flan

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sugar (for caramel)
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sugar (for custard mixture)
• Pinch of salt

Directions:

1. Prepare the caramel: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup of sugar until it turns golden brown. Swirl the pan carefully to avoid burning, but don’t stir the sugar. Once melted, quickly pour the caramel into the bottom of a round baking dish (or individual ramekins). Set aside to cool and harden.

2. Make the custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and combined.

3. Assemble the flan: Pour the custard mixture over the hardened caramel in the baking dish or ramekins.

4. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the baking dish or ramekins in a larger pan and add hot water around them, creating a water bath (about halfway up the sides of the dish). Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set (a knife inserted should come out clean).

5. Cool and serve: Allow the flan to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan and invert it onto a plate to reveal the caramel topping.

Servings:

• This recipe serves 6-8 people.

Nutritional Values (Approximate per serving):

• Calories: 220-250 kcal
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Sugar: 28g