Caramel Flan

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   In heavy skillet over medium heat, cook sugar, stirring constantly until melted and caramel-colored.
3. 3
   Pour into ungreased 9-inch round or square baking pan, tilting to coat bottom completely.
4. 4
   In medium bowl, beat eggs.
5. 5
   Stir in water, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla and salt.
6. 6
   Pour over caramelized sugar; set pan in a larger pan (a broiler pan).
7. 7
   Fill larger pan with 1 inch of hot water.
8. 8
   Bake 55 to 60 minutes or until knife inserted near center comes out clean.
9. 9
   Cool.
10. 10
    Chill.
11. 11
    Loosen side of flan with knife; invert onto serving plate with rim.
12. 12
    Garnish as desired.
13. 13
    Refrigerate leftovers.
14. 14
    Makes 10 to 12 servings.