dessert essentials: sweet, sweet custard

How To Make dessert essentials: sweet, sweet custard

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  Step 1
  PREP/PREPARE
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  Step 2
  You will need a bamboo steamer to make this recipe.
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  Step 3
  Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
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  Step 4
  Add the yolks, sugar, cream, milk, and vanilla extract to a bowl.
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  Step 5
  Gently whisk together. The goal here is not to create any foam, and a minimum of bubbles.
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  Step 6
  Divide the egg/cream mixture into two small custard bowls.
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  Step 7
  Fill the pot you will be using with the steamer halfway up with water and bring it up to a simmer
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  Step 8
  Add the bottom portion of the steamer over the pot, then add the custards.
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  Step 9
  Cover with the lid, and steam until the custard is nicely set, 12-14 minutes.
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  Step 10
  Allow to come to room temperature, then cover and place in the refrigerator for 2 hours, or overnight.
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  Step 11
  Sprinkle with coconut sugar.
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  Step 12
  Caramelize using a kitchen torch or place under a hot oven broiler for 30 – 60 seconds.
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  Step 13
  PLATE/PRESENT
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  Step 14
  Serve by itself with coffee or tea, or as a dessert after a wonderful meal. Enjoy.
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  Step 15
  Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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