Pumpkin Flan

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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   In a small saucepan, combine the 1/4 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons water to make the caramel.

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   Cook over medium heat, stirring initially to combine the sugar and water, then let it cook undisturbed.

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   Cook mixture until it turns golden brown.

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   Watch carefully to prevent burning.

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   Remove from heat immediately.

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   When caramel is ready, pour it into a baking dish, approximately 1-quart capacity, tilting it to coat evenly.

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   In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, milk, cream, eggs, sugar and vanilla extract.

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   Stir well.

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    Pour mixture into the baking dish.

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    Place in the oven inside a deep roasting pan filled with boiling water.

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    Cook for 45 minutes.

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    Let cool at room temperature.

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    Chill before serving.

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    To unmold, run a knife around the rim of the flan, place a serving dish over it and flip it.

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