BERRIES WITH VANILLA CUSTARD

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What a simple, delectable way to enjoy fresh raspberries. For a change, also try the custard with strawberries or peaches. -Sarah C. Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup half-and-half cream
2 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups fresh berries

Steps:

In a small heavy saucepan, mix cream, egg yolks and sugar. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°. Do not allow to boil., Transfer to a bowl; stir in vanilla. Refrigerate, covered, until cold. Serve over fresh berries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 34mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges