Orange-Caramel Custard

* Exported from MasterCook *

ORANGE-CARAMEL CUSTARD

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Serving Size : 10 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Desserts

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3/4 c Sugar
2 tb -water
24 oz Evaporated milk (2 cans)
6 lg Eggs
1 tb Grated orange peel
1 t Vanilla extract
Orange slices (optional)
Fresh mint (optional)

1. In 5-cup glass ring mold, combine 1/2 cup sugar
and the water. Microwave on HIGH 6 minutes (stirring
after 3 minutes), or until sugar syrup is just
golden--do not overcook. Holding mold with potholders,
slowly rotate mold until bottom and sides are coated;
set aside to cool. 2. In 4-cup glass measureing cup,
place evaporated milk; microwave on HIGH 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, in medium bowl, combine eggs, remaining
sugar, orange peel and vanilla; mix well. Gradually
stir hot evaporated milk into egg mixture; mix well.
3. Into prepared mold, pour all but 1 cup egg mixture;
place mold in microwave. Pour remaining egg miture
into mold. Microwave on MEDIUM 7 to 10 minutes,
turning every 3 minutes--custard will be liquid toward
center; it will set as it cools. Cool on wire rack;
refrigerate at least 6 hours. 4. Run small knife
around edge of mold to loosen. Hold rimmed serving
plate over mold; invert; lift off mold. Garnish with
orange slices and mint, if desired. Makes 10 servings.



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