the counts dinner: steak house theme

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- garlic skirt steak

- cauliflower potatoes whipped 

- mushroom gravy

-caesar salad - house dressing with white anchovies

- grilled asparagus 


dessert

Spiced Apple Custard (Gluten-Free, No Refined Sugar)

Creamy, cozy, naturally sweetened — great warm or chilled.

Ingredients (serves 4–6):

Apple base:

2 medium apples (peeled, chopped)
1/4 cup water
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg and ginger
1 tsp lemon juice
Optional: 1 soft Medjool date or 1 tsp maple syrup (depending on your sweetness level)

Custard base:

3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups milk or dairy-free milk (almond, oat, coconut milk all work)
1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (optional for extra richness)
1/2 tsp vanilla
Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Make apple purée:
    Cook apples, water, lemon juice, spices, and optional sweetener in a saucepan for about 10–12 minutes until soft. Blend until smooth. Cool slightly.

  2. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Lightly grease ramekins or a small baking dish.

  3. Whisk custard base:
    In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, (cream if using), vanilla, and salt. Stir in the cooled apple purée until smooth.

  4. Bake in a water bath:
    Pour the custard into ramekins or a baking dish. Set them in a larger pan, and pour hot water halfway up the sides. This helps it cook gently and evenly.

  5. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until just set but still a little jiggly in the center. Don’t overbake — it’ll firm up as it cools.

  6. Cool and chill (or serve warm):
    Let cool completely for a chilled dessert, or serve slightly warm for a cozier feel.

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