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Cajeta Crepes with Roasted Pecans Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup cajeta (goat milk caramel)
- 1/2 cup roasted pecans, chopped

Special equipment needed:
- Crepe pan or non-stick skillet
- Blender or whisk
- Spatula
- Oven or toaster oven (for roasting pecans)

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a blender or mixing bowl, combine flour, milk, eggs, sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Blend or whisk until smooth.
2. Add melted butter and blend or whisk until well combined.
3. Heat a crepe pan or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Grease with butter or cooking spray.
4. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the pan and swirl to coat the bottom evenly.
5. Cook for about 2 minutes or until the edges start to lift and the bottom is golden brown.
6. Flip the crepe and cook for another 1-2 minutes or until the other side is golden brown.
7. Repeat with the remaining batter, stacking the crepes on a plate as you go.
8. Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 350°F.
9. Spread about 1 tbsp of cajeta on each crepe and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
10. Roll up the crepes and place them in a baking dish.
11. Bake for 5-7 minutes or until heated through and the cajeta is bubbly.
12. Serve warm.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Crepe pan or non-stick skillet: medium heat
- Oven or toaster oven: 350°F
Serving size:
- Makes 8-10 crepes

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 250
- Total fat: 12g
- Saturated fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 170mg
- Total carbohydrates: 30g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour can be used instead of all-purpose flour.
- Almond milk or soy milk can be used instead of milk.
- Maple syrup or honey can be used instead of sugar.
- Hazelnuts or walnuts can be used instead of pecans.
- Dulce de leche or caramel sauce can be used instead of cajeta.

Variations:
- Add sliced bananas or strawberries to the crepes before rolling them up.
- Top the crepes with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Drizzle additional cajeta or chocolate sauce on top of the crepes.
- Use the crepes as a base for a breakfast sandwich with scrambled eggs and bacon.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the batter is smooth and free of lumps before cooking the crepes.
- Use a non-stick skillet or crepe pan to prevent the crepes from sticking.
- Grease the pan lightly with butter or cooking spray between each crepe.
- Keep the cooked crepes warm in a low oven while you finish cooking the rest.
- Roast the pecans ahead of time and store them in an airtight container until ready to use.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover crepes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the crepes in a toaster oven or oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the crepes on a platter with a drizzle of cajeta and a sprinkle of chopped pecans on top.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves or edible flowers.

Garnishes:
- Fresh mint leaves
- Edible flowers
- Additional cajeta or chocolate sauce

Pairings:
- Coffee or tea
- Hot chocolate
- Milk

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Yogurt parfait
- Scrambled eggs

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk until it reaches a pourable consistency.
- If the crepes are sticking to the pan, make sure the pan is greased well and the heat is not too high.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the eggs are cooked through before serving.

Food history:
- Cajeta is a traditional Mexican dessert made from goat's milk and sugar that has been cooked down into a caramel-like sauce.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, creamy, nutty, caramel

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the crepes warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

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Region: Mexican

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Creamy, Caramelized