Sous-Vide Flan

Ingredients

• 2 cups of whole milk
• 4 egg yolks
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat a sous-vide bath to 185°F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly until it is all incorporated.
4. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
5. Divide the mixture evenly among 4 mason jars or other airtight containers.
6. Place the jars in the sous-vide bath and cook for 1 hour.
7. Remove the jars from the bath and allow to cool to room temperature.
8. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
9. To serve, sprinkle with nutmeg and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Sous-vide cooking is a method of cooking food by sealing it in a plastic bag and cooking it in a temperature-controlled water bath.
• The low, even temperatures used in sous-vide cooking ensure that the food is cooked evenly and doesn't overcook.
• Sous-vide cooking is often used for delicate foods such as fish, eggs, and vegetables.