Leche Asada

• Milk1 quart
• LemonZest of 1
• Cinnamon Stick2
• Eggs4
• Sugar1/2 cup

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. 2

   Pour the milk into a saucepan along with the lemon zest and cinnamon sticks.

3. 3

   Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, and cook for 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Turn heat off, and allow to steep for 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Gently beat the eggs and sugar together until the sugar has dissolved.

6. 6

   Slowly beat in 1 cup of the hot milk, a little at a time, until it has been incorporated.

7. 7

   Stir the egg mixture back into the hot milk, pour in the pisco, and mix until well combined.

8. 8

   Pour the custard through a fine mesh sieve into a 2-quart ceramic casserole dish to remove the lemon zest and cinnamon.

9. 9

   Bake in preheated oven until set, and browned on top, about 30 minutes.

10. 10

    Chill before serving.