Brazilian recipe
Husband-Awaits Creamy Pudding (Espera marido)
This classic Brazilian sweet, known as Espera Marido, is cherished for its comforting, velvet-like texture and warm spice infusion.
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Ingredients
1 tin of condensed milk
1 tin of full-cream milk (using the empty condensed milk tin as a measure)
3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
3 whole eggs
3 egg yolks
Ground cinnamon for dusting
1 tin of full-cream milk (using the empty condensed milk tin as a measure)
3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
3 whole eggs
3 egg yolks
Ground cinnamon for dusting
Where to find ingredients
Condensed milk and eggs are readily available at local supermarkets such as Pick n Pay or OK Zimbabwe. Whole spices like cinnamon sticks and cloves can be found in the baking or spice aisle of any grocery store.
Preparation method
- Place the condensed milk, milk, cloves, and cinnamon stick into a medium saucepan.
- Place over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- In a separate bowl, lightly whisk the whole eggs and egg yolks together.
- Slowly add the whisked egg mixture into the boiling milk in the saucepan.
- Reduce the heat to low.
- Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon to preserve a slightly chunky, rustic texture.
- Cook until the mixture thickens into a spoonable dessert consistency.
- Transfer the prepared mixture into a serving bowl or dish.
- Finish by dusting with a light layer of ground cinnamon over the top.
Observations
This traditional dessert features a luxurious, creamy consistency and an aromatic profile shaped by classic spices. It is a wonderful treat to serve either chilled or at room temperature, offering a comforting end to any meal.
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