Yum! Have also used as a creme anglaise-like dessert sauce when a subtle corn flavor is used. I strain it for a smoother texture. Sometimes, I will take it and put it in a blender with a banana, 1-2 Tbsp of peanut butter, 1 Tbsp cocoa powder (not too much or it will overpower the mix) and/or 1-2 Tbsp malt powder.....talk about a great pick me up!
Sweet Corn and Milk Drink
Credit: Andr¿ Baranowski
(Atol de Elote)
MAKES 4 SERVINGS
This version of the classic Central American sweet and silky-smooth beverage is based on a recipe from Maria Franco, a Salvadoran cook in Los Angeles.
5 ears of yellow corn
3 cups milk
1 cup sugar
2 3"-long cinnamon sticks
Kosher salt
1. Using a knife, remove the kernels from the corn and transfer them to a blender. (Discard cobs.) Add 1⁄2 cup of the milk and purée until completely smooth, 2–3 minutes.
2. Transfer the corn purée to a medium pot, add remaining 2 1⁄2 cups milk, sugar, cinnamon sticks, and a pinch of salt, and stir well. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat while stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring constantly, until mixture is slightly thickened, about 15 minutes. Divide between cups and serve hot.
Ratings & Reviews (1)
Sweet Corn and Milk Drink
Reviewed by swg126 on
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Yum! Have also used as a creme anglaise-like dessert sauce when a subtle corn flavor is used. I strain it for a smoother texture. Sometimes, I will take it and put it in a blender with a banana, 1-2 Tbsp of peanut butter, 1 Tbsp cocoa powder (not too much or it will overpower the mix) and/or 1-2 Tbsp malt powder.....talk about a great pick me up!
Rating: 4
