Ambrosia with Cheese

Indulge in a luxurious Brazilian dessert that beautifully merges sweet and savory elements. Ambrosia with Cheese, a specialty from the Minas Gerais region, features egg and milk curds elevated with cinnamon, cloves, and a hint of parmesan cheese. This dessert delivers a unique flavor profile that is both familiar and exotic.

Ingredients

🥛 1 liter of milk
🍬 1 and 1/4 cups of sugar
🥚 6 eggs
🧂 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
🍋 1 tablespoon essence of choice, lemon juice, or white vinegar
🌿 5 cloves
🌿 1 cinnamon stick
🌿 1 coffee spoon of cinnamon powder

Instructions

1- Prepare the Eggs:

• Separate the egg whites and yolks into different containers. Reserve them for later use.

2- Beat the Egg Whites:

• With the Britânia hand mixer, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks and set them aside.

3- Caramelize the Sugar:

• In a deep pot, gently heat a portion of the sugar with cloves and the cinnamon stick until the sugar caramelizes. The longer you caramelize, the darker your dessert will be.

4- Add Milk and Sugar:

• Pour in the remaining sugar and milk to the caramelized sugar mixture and bring to a gentle boil.

5- Flavor the Egg Whites:

• Mix essence or lemon juice/vinegar and parmesan cheese into the beaten egg whites.

6- Combine the Eggs:

• Fold the egg yolks gently into the egg white mixture with a spatula.

7- Cook the Eggs in Milk:

• Carefully add spoonfuls of the egg mixture into the boiling milk. The egg white will form a "plate" on the surface.

8- Curdle the Mixture:

• Reduce the heat and gently cut and turn the egg "plate" using a spatula or wooden spoon. Cook for about 40 minutes on low heat until the milk reduces and the dessert thickens to a chunky, orange-brown consistency.

9- Cool and Refrigerate:

• Once thickened, remove from heat and let the Ambrosia cool to room temperature. Transfer it to a serving dish and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

10- Serve:
- Present the Ambrosia in a decorative dish, garnish with the cinnamon stick, and serve chilled.

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55-60 minutes
Servings: Information not specified
Equipment: Mixing bowls, Measuring cups and spoons, Glass pitcher, Britânia Hand Mixer, Deep Pot, Stovetop, Silicone Spatula, Wooden Spoon

Cooking Tips

• The depth of sugar caramelization sets your Ambrosia's color.
• Use a deep pot to minimize the risk of milk boiling over.
• Handle the egg white clumps gently to achieve the desired rustic texture.
• Ensure low heat to properly reduce the milk and curdle the eggs without burning.

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Ambrosia with Cheese