Natilyas
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. Have you ever heard of natillas? I hadn't either until recently, when I tried this wonderful dessert. Essentially, it's a delicate custard made from milk and egg yolks, flavored with citrus, cinnamon, or vanilla. The best part is that it's very easy to make. There are several variations, and I'll share one of them with you. See the recipe below. The finished dessert can be served right away.
Instructions
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Step 1
Place the milk in a saucepan over low heat and add a cinnamon stick.
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Step 2
While the milk is heating, grate the zest from half a lemon and add it to the saucepan with the milk. Bring the milk with spices to a boil.
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Step 3
Meanwhile, beat the yolks with vanilla sugar and regular sugar.
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Step 4
The milk has come to a boil, let's strain it—remove the lemon zest and cinnamon stick.
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Step 5
Place the beaten egg yolks over a water bath.
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Step 6
Gradually pour the hot milk into the beaten egg yolks in a thin stream, stirring constantly.
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Step 7
Cook natillas over a water bath until thickened.
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Step 8
Let the natillas cool for about 10 minutes at room temperature, then pour the dessert into molds and refrigerate for 2 hours.
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Step 9
Sprinkle the natalia with cinnamon and decorate with caramel lattices or place cookies on top.