Quesillo
This is a typical Caribbean dessert which is served at various restaurants across the island. read more
Ingredients
- 3 tbs sugar
- 4 eggs
- Pinch of salt
- 1 can of sweetened condensed Milk
- 1 can of evaporated Milk
- 1 tsp. vanilla
Directions
This is Aruba's version of what is known in the US as 'flan' and in Europe as 'creme caramel'.
In the top of a Double boiler, but directly over a low flame, place:
- 3 Tbs. Sugar
Melt slowly, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the sugar becomes a caramel syrup.
Remove from fire and cool.
Slightly beat:
- 4 eggs
- Pinch of salt
Add gradually:
- 4 Tbs. Sugar
Beat well until the sugar is dissolved.
Slowly stir in:
- 1 can of sweetened condensed Milk
- 1 can of evaporated Milk
- 1 tsp. vanilla
Strain the mixture into the double boiler containing the caramelized sugar. Place over gently simmering water for about forty minutes, or until a silver knife inserted in the center comes out free of custard. Remove from the fire, and cool immediately in the double boiler. At serving time unmold the quesillo on to a shallow platter. If some of the caramel clings to the pan, heat gently until it melts. Cool slightly and pour over the unmolded quesillo.