Drambuie-Flavored Crème Anglaise

Name: Drambuie-Flavored Crème Anglaise
Yield: Makes about 2 1/2 cups.
Ingredients: 2 medium bowls, whisk, medium saucepan, long-handled wooden spoon, large fine-mesh strainer, large bowl, larger bowl; 4 egg yolks; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 1/2 tablespoons sour cream; 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and scraped; 3 tablespoons Drambuie, or to taste

By Mary Bergin and Judy Gethers

April 29, 2010

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Drambuie-Flavored Crème AnglaiseCookbook cover image courtesy of Random House

This versatile riff on creme anglaise can accompany any number of desserts, such as Crunchy Toffee Tortoni or Buttermilk Layer Cake. If you prefer, the sauce can be flavored with chocolate, mocha, orange, or liqueur of your choice. It can be infused with crushed coffee beans, or praline can be folded into it.

To prepare ahead:

Through step 3, the crème anglaise can be made up to 3 days ahead.

Recipe notes

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