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Portuguese recipes: Pasteis de nata

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These perfect dessert bites were the affliction of many of us that month in Portugal. They are incredibly flaky, with a soft custard and take only two to three bites- just enough to make you want more.  These were invented by monks in Belem. I briefly thought of taking a vow of chastity and poverty… Continue reading Portuguese recipes: Pasteis de nata

Pastel de nata: Portuguese custard tart

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Ingredients (for 25-30 tarts) 4 egg yolks 50 g cornstarch 100 g sugar 500 ml heavy cream Skin of a lemon 1 cinnamon stick 2 puff pastry sheets Directions: Prepare the dough in tin molds or muffin cups Prick with a fork and bake in the oven until slightly golden.  Meanwhile heat ¾ of the… Continue reading Pastel de nata: Portuguese custard tart