Oeufs A La Neige Recipe
Ingredients
| Egg whites | 4 | |
| Cream of tartar | 1⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Salt | 1⁄4 Teaspoon | |
| Superfine sugar | 1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
| Milk | 3 Cup (48 tbs) | |
| Egg custard mix | 4 1⁄2 Ounce | |
| Egg yolk | 1 | |
| Almond extract | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Dark corn syrup | 1 Cup (16 tbs) |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Complete recipe
Calories 2750 Calories from Fat 308
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 34 g52.6%
Saturated Fat 16.7 g83.3%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 582 mg194%
Sodium 3109.3 mg129.6%
Total Carbohydrates 504 g167.8%
Dietary Fiber 0 g0.01%
Sugars 229 g
Protein 127 g254.2%
Vitamin A 23.7% Vitamin C 0.85%
Calcium 120.8% Iron 25%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
Gradually beat in 1/2 cup superfine sugar until egg whites are stiff and shiny.
In a large skillet, heat 3 cups milk just to a simmer.
Drop meringue by the tablespoon into simmering milk and cook 2 to 3 minutes.
Turn each meringue gently and cook 2 to 3 minutes more.
With a slotted spoon, remove meringues and set on a towel to drain thoroughly.
When drained, carefully transfer to a lightly-buttered plate.
Measure remaining milk in skillet, adding more if necessary to measure 3 cups.
Prepare 1 (4 1/2-oz.) pkg. egg custard mix according to directions, using the 3 cups milk in skillet and 1 egg yolk.
Stir in 1 teaspoon almond extract and pour into serving bowl.
Place a piece of plastic wrap or waxed paper onto surface of custard, cool slightly, then chill.
Just before serving, boil 1 cup dark corn syrup to 230° on candy thermometer (soft thread stage).
Arrange poached meringues on custard in serving bowl and spoon boiled syrup over meringues.
Serve at once.
Chef
