French Cuisine: Crepes Suzette

Crêpes Suzette

Ingredients for Crêpes

• 1 cup flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Ingredients for Suzette Sauce:

• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup sugar
• Zest and juice of 1 orange
• 1/4 cup Grand Marnier or Cointreau (optional)

Instructions:

• In a bowl, whisk together flour and eggs. Gradually add milk and water, stirring to combine. Add salt and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
• Heat a lightly oiled pan over medium heat. Pour batter into the pan, using about 1/4 cup for each crêpe. Cook until lightly browned on both sides.
• In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sugar, orange zest, and juice, cooking until sugar dissolves. Stir in liqueur if using.
• Fold crêpes into quarters and add to the sauce in the skillet. Spoon sauce over crêpes and serve immediately, often flamed at the table for a dramatic presentation.