California Avocado Flan with Oyster and Corn

Ingredients

 * 5 eggs, lightly beaten
 * 1 quart whipping cream
 * 4 California avocados, pureed (about 2 lbs.)
 * 1 Tbsp sea salt
 * ½ tsp freshly ground white pepper
 * 18 oysters, poached
 * Cooked corn kernels, as needed for garnish
 * Chopped cilantro, as needed for garnish
 * thyme sprigs, as needed for garnish

Directions

 * 1) On low speed (take care not to create foam), mix eggs, cream, avocado, salt, and pepper.
 * 2) Divide among 18 four-ounce ramekins.
 * 3) Put ramekins in a shallow baking pan.
 * 4) Pour hot water around ramekins half-way up their sides.
 * 5) Cover with foil.
 * 6) Bake at 325 degrees until custard sets, about 25 minutes.