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Creative Ways to Cook with Carrots that Go Beyond the Basics

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Carrot Flan

This silky, slightly sweet flan gets a unique twist with the addition of pureed carrots, creating a smooth and creamy texture with a delicate caramelized top. Serve chilled for a refined treat that feels both comforting and sophisticated. Delicately spiced and irresistibly smooth, this carrot flan is a beautiful way to transform simple ingredients into a stunning dessert.

Ingredients (for 6 servings):

  • ½ cup sugar (for caramel)
  • 1 cup cooked, pureed carrots
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Place a 9-inch round baking dish or six small ramekins inside a larger baking pan.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar, stirring constantly until it turns a deep amber color. Quickly pour into the baking dish, tilting to coat the bottom.
  3. In a blender, combine pureed carrots, condensed milk, whole milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  4. Pour the mixture over the caramelized sugar in the baking dish.
  5. Create a water bath by pouring hot water into the larger pan, about halfway up the sides of the dish.
  6. Bake for 50-60 min., or until the center is just set and slightly wobbly.
  7. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. To serve, run a knife around the edges and invert onto a plate to release the caramel sauce.

 

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