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Basic Custard

4 servings

Basic Custard

Eggs, milk, and a bit of sugar combine into a wholesome dessert that can be enjoyed by all ages. USDA MyPlate Kitchen — Eating Right is Basic — Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service — Nutrition Education Program (public domain), via myplate.food

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup skim milk — or reconstituted non-fat dry milk
  • vanilla extract — 1/2 teaspoon, optional

Method

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Stovetop version: Beat egg and sugar together in a saucepan.
  3. Add milk.
  4. Place saucepan with egg/milk mixture in another pan containing 1-2 inches boiling water.
  5. Stir custard constantly while cooking.
  6. Cook until foam disappears and custard coats the spoon.
  7. Remove from heat.
  8. Add vanilla, if using and stir.
  9. Pour into individual dishes and cool in the refrigerator.
  10. Custard will be soft.
  11. Baked version: Beat together egg and sugar in a baking dish.
  12. Add milk and mix.
  13. Add vanilla, if using and mix thoroughly.
  14. Set baking dish in a shallow pan of hot water.
  15. Bake at 350 °F until the tip of a knife inserted in the center of the custard comes out clean (50-60 minutes).
  16. Do not overcook.
  17. Eat warm or refrigerate for later.

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