Natillas

Natillas, Step by Step

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1. Warm the milk with the lemon peel and cinnamon stick for 10 minutes over low heat. Remove the peel and stick.

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2. Whisk the yolks, sugar and cornflour until pale.

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3. Pour on the hot milk slowly, whisking. Return to the pan and stir over low heat for 10 minutes until it coats a spoon.

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4. Strain into 6 pots and cool. Chill for 2 hours.

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5. Dust with the cinnamon and set a biscuit in each.

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Notes for Getting It Right

• Add the hot milk slowly to the yolks.
• Never let the custard boil.
• Chill for at least 2 hours.

Serving Suggestions

• Maria biscuits
• Fresh fruit
• Coffee

Leftovers and Storage

Keeps for 3 days in the fridge.

Natillas: Questions and Answers

Natillas Nutrition Facts

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