Flan Mexican

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
2. 2
   Melt 1 cup of the sugar in saucepan over low heat and cook until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
3. 3
   Watch the sugar carefully as it can burn quickly (adding 2 tablespoons of water to the sugar will also help it not burn).
4. 4
   Put the caramel into custard cups to cover the bottom.
5. 5
   In mixing bowl add the remaining 1 cup sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
6. 6
   Boil the milk, then slowly add to sugar egg mix whisking well.
7. 7
   Strain through a fine strainer.
8. 8
   Ladle the mixture into the caramel coated custard cups, filling 3/4 full.
9. 9
   Put the filled cups into a water bath and cover.
10. 10
    Cook for about 50 minutes.
11. 11
    Check after 30 minutes.
12. 12
    Cool to room temperature.
13. 13
    To serve, run a knife around the edges to loosen and invert onto plates.