LECHE FLAN Ingredients:

12 EGG YOLKS 2 CANS CONDENSED MILK (14 OZ.) 5 CANS SMALL EVAPORATED MILK 2 CUPS FINE WHITE SUGAR 2 TABLESPOON VANILLA OR TEASPOON GRATED DAYAP RIND (OPTIONAL) YOU WILL ALSO NEED THE FOLLOWING:

LLANERA STEAMER STRAINER

How to make the Caramelized Syrup:

In a stainless steel pan, dissolve 3/4 cups of sugar, add 1/4 cup water over medium heat, do not stir, just swirl the pan gently, caramelize in low heat if you don't want it burnt. Pale brown means sweeter and too dark means bitter. When you have achieved the desired color, pour the syrup in the llanera and make sure to coat all the parts of the pan.

How to make the Custard:

In a mixing bowl, combine all the egg yolk, condensed milk, evaporated milk, sugar and vanilla. Use a whisk to mix thoroughly but gently to prevent bubbles from forming. Remove any solids by using a strainer. Pour the mixture in the llanera and cover it with an aluminum foil, so that the moisture from the steam won't come in the pan as it will become watery. Steam Cook for 40-45 minutes, or until knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove the llanera and let it cool at room temperature. Then refrigerate for several hours before serving. To unmold the leche flan- run a sharp knife around the edge and carefully inverts it unto a platter or serving dish, let the caramelized sugar flow over the leche flan.

This recipes makes 4- 5 llanera of Leche Flan.

Leche Flan Recipe

Ingredients

10 pieces raw eggs 1 small can condensed milk 1 cup fresh milk (or evaporated milk) 1 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cooking Procedure
1. Using all the eggs, separate the yolk from the egg white (only egg yolks will be used). 2. Place the egg yolks in a big bowl then beat them using a fork or an egg beater 3. Add the condensed milk and mix thoroughly 4. Pour-in the fresh milk and mix well 5. Put the mold (llanera) on top of the stove and heat using low fire 6. Put-in the granulated sugar on the mold and mix thoroughly until the solid sugar turns into liquid (caramel) having a light brown color 7. Spread the caramel (liquid sugar) evenly on the flat side of the mold 8. Wait for 5 minutes then pour the egg yolk and milk mixture on the mold 9. Cover the top of the mold using an Aluminum foil 10. Steam the mold with egg and milk mixture for 30 to 35 minutes. 11. After steaming, let the temperature cool down then refrigerate 12. Serve for dessert. Share and Enjoy!

Preparation time: 30 minutes Estimated cooking time: 45 minutes Leche Flan Recipe Ingredients: * 1 can (390g) evaporated milk * 1 can (390g) condensed milk * 10 egg yolks * 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract or lemon essence Leche Flan Caramel Recipe: * 1 cup sugar * 3/4 cup water Leche Flan Recipe Cooking Instructions: * In a saucepan, mix the sugar & water. Bring to a boil for a few minutes until the sugar caramelize. * Pour the caramelized sugar into aluminum moulds you can use any shape: oval, round or square. * Spread the caramel on the bottom of the moulds. * Mix well the evaporated milk, condensed milk, egg yolks and vanilla by hand or blender. * Gently pour the mixture on top of the caramel on the aluminum moulds. Fill the moulds to about 1 to 1 1/4 inch thick. * Cover moulds individually with aluminum foil. * Steam for about 45 minutes OR * Bake for about 45 minutes. Before baking the Leche Flan, place the moulds on a larger baking pan half filled with very hot water. Pre-heat oven to about 370 degrees before baking. * Let cool then refrigerate. Leche Flan Recipe To serve: Run a thin knife around the edges of the mould to loosen the Leche Flan. Place a platter on top of the mould and quickly turn upside down to position the golden brown caramel on top. Leche Flan Recipe Cooking Tips: You can tell when the Leche Flan is cooked by inserting a knife -if it comes out clean, it is cooked.

Recipe for LECHE FLAN

Filipino Food - Desserts Leche Flan is the Filipino version of crme caramel, a rich custard dessert with a layer of soft caramel on top. The traditional mold used in the Philippines is an oval-shaped metal baking pan called llanera. These days ceramic ramekins or custard cups are used for convenience. It takes some luck making it just right so that the leche flan will hold its shape when removed from the mold. This simple recipe sometimes works, sometimes doesn't. Follow at your own risk.

INGREDIENTS FOR LECHE FLAN

10 egg yolks 12 ounces of canned evaporated milk 14 ounces of sweetened condensed milk half teaspoon of vanilla extract 1 cup of brown sugar 1/4 cup of water

HOW TO MAKE LECHE FLAN

Step One: 1. Dissolve a cup of brown sugar in 1/4 cup of water. 2. Heat until you get a very thick consistency. 3. Use the mixture to coat the inside walls of custard cups or the mold you're using. Step Two: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. In a mixing bowl, blend the ingredients (eggs, milk, vanilla) thoroughly but not so much that it becomes foamy. 3. Pour the mixture into the custard cups. 4. Set the custard cups in a shallow baking pan. 5. Add hot water till it comes halfway up the sides of the cups. 6. Place the baking pan on an oven rack. 7. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes. To test if the leche flan is done, insert a knife. If it comes out clean, the flan is ready to be taken out of the oven. After cooling, turn the cups or molds upside down and gently dislodge the flan.