Creamy Caramel Flan

A very popular dish in the Southwest. This is a quick to fix flan that can be prepared in the morning for a great treat after a hearty Tex-Mex dinner.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 granulated sugar
• 4  eggs
• 1 3⁄4 cups water
• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1  teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In iron skillet, over medium heat, cook and Stir the sugar until it is melted and caramel color.
3. Divide the sugar into 8 ungreased 6-oz custard cups.
4. Tilt to coat the bottom of the cups.
5. With a wire whisk, beat eggs in large bowl; stir in the water, milk, vanilla and salt.
6. Pour the egg mixture into custard cups.
7. Place the filled cups in a large shallow pan filled with 1 inch of hot water.
8. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until knife inserted near centers comes out clean.
9. Cool and chill at least 2 hours before serving.