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Crème Catalane
A silky, aromatic custard flavored with lemon zest and cinnamon, topped with a crisp caramelized sugar crust. This classic Catalan dessert is easy to make at home using a kitchen torch for the perfect brûlée finish.
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Critical Success Points
- • Straining the infused milk to remove zest particles
- • Tempering the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture
- • Cooking over low heat without boiling to avoid curdling
- • Covering custard with plastic wrap to prevent skin formation
- • Caramelizing the sugar with a torch just before serving
Safety Warnings
- • Use caution when handling the kitchen torch – keep flammable objects away and wear heat‑resistant gloves if needed.
- • Hot custard can cause burns – handle the saucepan with oven mitts.
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