The secret lies in the freezer aisle.
Years later, thanks toIna Gartens ingenuity, I learned there is an easier way.
The secret lies in the freezer aisle of your local supermarket.
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What Is Creme Anglaise?
Although this sauce might be a staple in Inas house, its completely understandable if its not in yours.
Its a custard made from egg yolks, sugar, milk and/or cream, and vanilla.
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You might have seenJulia Childprepare the delicate sauce on one of her many cooking shows.
To make creme anglaise.
the yolks and sugar are whisked together while the dairy heats with a vanilla bean.
The hot milk is then tempered into the eggs, which is all returned to the stovetop to thicken.
Its cooked until it reaches nappe (pronouncednap-pay), which in French means to coat.
Let the ice cream melt andet voilayou have creme anglaise again.
Here are a few of our favorite desserts to serve with this easy creme anglaise:
