Brown Sugar Custards with Orange Zest

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 325.

2. 2

   Place four 4-ounce ramekins in a small baking dish or roasting pan.

3. 3

   In a saucepan, bring the evaporated milk to a simmer with the brown sugar.

4. 4

   Cook over moderate heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

5. 5

   In a bowl, whisk the eggs, egg yolk, vanilla and orange zest.

6. 6

   Slowly whisk the hot milk into the egg mixture.

7. 7

   Strain the custard into a glass measuring cup.

8. 8

   Pour the custard into the ramekins.

9. 9

   Add enough hot water to the baking dish to reach halfway up the sides of the ramekins.

10. 10

    Bake for about 1 hour and 10 minutes, until the custards are just set.

11. 11

    Transfer the ramekins to a rack and let cool.

12. 12

    Cover the custards with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours.

13. 13

    Garnish with the candied orange zest.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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