Authentic Crema Catalana
An authentic Spanish dessert, crema Catalana is a rich, creamy custard with a caramelized sugar topping, similar to crème brûlée.
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Instructions
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In a large saucepan, beat egg yolks with 3/4 cup sugar until frothy and well blended, then stir in the cinnamon stick, lemon zest, milk, and cornstarch.
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Slowly heat the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens, then remove immediately from heat.
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Discard the cinnamon stick and ladle the mixture into 4 to 6 ramekins; cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
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Before serving, preheat the broiler, then sprinkle the remaining sugar over the chilled crema Catalana in each ramekin.
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Broil on the top shelf for 5 to 10 minutes, until the sugar caramelizes to golden brown, and serve immediately.