Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a pie dish or tart pan with butter.
- Prepare the Custard Filling:
- In a saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium heat until just simmering.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and flour.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the sugar and flour mixture, whisking well after each addition.
- Slowly pour the hot milk and cream into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Bake the Flan:
- Pour the custard mixture into the greased pie dish or tart pan.
- Place the dish in a larger baking pan and fill the pan with hot water to create a water bath (bain-marie).
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-50 minutes or until the custard is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve:
- Remove the Parisian Flan from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for a few hours to chill.
- Before serving, dust the top with powdered sugar.
- Slice and serve the Parisian Flan chilled.
Enjoy the creamy and smooth texture of this classic French custard pie!
This Parisian Flan is a simple yet elegant dessert that is sure to impress with its rich custard filling and delicate flavor. Bon appétit!
