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Cajeta Sauce





Yields
Makes about 2 cups

Notes: If making ahead, cool and store airtight in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks. Reheat to use.

 1 can (12 oz.) evaporated goat's milk
 1/2 cup whipping cream
 1 cup sugar
 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Step 1
1

Scrape goat's milk into a bowl, add whipping cream, and whisk until smooth.

Step 2
2

In a 10- to 12-inch frying pan, melt sugar over high heat, tilting pan to mix dry sugar into the syrup that forms, and cook until amber-colored, 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 3
3

Remove from heat and add 1/2 cup water to caramel (it spatters), then return to heat and stir until caramel dissolves.

Step 4
4

Add goat's milk mixture and lemon juice. Boil over high heat, stirring often and scraping pan sides, until reduced to 2 cups, about 10 minutes.

Step 5
5

Serve warm to pour or cold to spread.

Step 6
6

Nutritional analysis per 1/4 cup.

Nutrition Facts

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Amount per serving
Calories201
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.6g10%

Saturated Fat 4.8g24%
Cholesterol 27mg9%
Sodium 44mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 30g11%

Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Protein 3.3g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.