Crème Anglaise
Makes:
Makes about 1 ¼ cups
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Ingredients
- 1 cup half-and-half cream
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
Heat the cream to just below a simmer in a small saucepot.Step 2
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In a separate bowl whisk the egg yolks and sugar together. Slowly pour into the hot cream while whisking, then return the entire mixture to the pot. Switch to a wooden spoon and cook the custard on medium-low heat until it coats the back of the spoon, about 3 minutes. Strain the custard, cool it to room temperature, and then chill until ready to serve.
