Mint Crème Anglaise
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Sauces
- Keywords: Dessert, < 60 Mins, Stove Top
Description:
This delightful Mint Crème Anglaise is a luscious creamy sauce that serves as the perfect adornment for dessert plates or as a decadent side sauce. With its refreshing hint of mint, it pairs exceptionally well with chocolatey desserts, adding a touch of elegance and flavor to every bite.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1-3 | Fresh mint leaves |
| 3 cups | Heavy cream |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| 8 | Vanilla beans |
| 1 1/2 cup | Sugar |
| 3/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1 | Egg yolks |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1806.7
- Fat Content: 152.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 90.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 1261.4mg
- Sodium Content: 302.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 93.3g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 76.1g
- Protein Content: 21.1g
Instructions:
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Begin by placing the egg yolks, vanilla, sugar, and salt in a medium-sized metal or other heatproof bowl.
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Whisk the ingredients together until well blended, ensuring a smooth consistency.
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In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the heavy cream, milk, and 1 tablespoon of mint leaves over medium heat until it JUST begins to simmer.
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Taste the mixture for mint flavor, and if desired, add more mint leaves (up to 3 tablespoons) depending on the desired strength of flavor.
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To temper the egg mixture, slowly whisk in about 1/3 of the hot cream mixture, adding it in a thin stream while whisking vigorously to avoid cooking the eggs.
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Gradually incorporate the tempered egg/cream mixture back into the remainder of the heated cream, whisking continuously to blend all the ingredients.
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Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a spatula, until the anglaise coats the back of the spatula. Be cautious not to exceed 180°F to prevent curdling.
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To halt the cooking process, partially immerse the pot in a bowl of ice water, ensuring rapid cooling.
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Strain the mixture through a chinacap to remove most of the mint leaves, resulting in a smooth and velvety texture.
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Chill the Mint Crème Anglaise immediately to preserve its freshness and flavor until ready to serve.
Indulge in the luxurious goodness of this Mint Crème Anglaise, elevating your desserts with its creamy texture and refreshing mint essence. Whether drizzled over a rich chocolate cake or served alongside a delicate pastry, this sauce is sure to impress and delight your taste buds with every spoonful.
