Floating Island (Ile Flottante)
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. 1. Boil the milk over medium heat, then reduce the temperature to very low. 2. Preheat the oven to 250°C. Beat egg whites into a foam using an electric mixer. Add a pinch of salt and beat again. 3. Add sugar and vanilla. Mix well. 4. Using a tablespoon, gently place the egg whites into the milk. Wait 2 minutes, then turn them over and leave for another few minutes. Remove the whites from the milk. 5. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes. The meringues will rise, so you'll need a deep baking dish. Let the meringues cool for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for 2–3 hours. 6. Pour cream sauce over the meringue; you can also add caramel. The meringue should float in the sauce like an island in the sea. Serve the finished dessert.