CORNISH CUSTARD CREAM

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Make and share this Cornish Custard Cream recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Patchwork Dragon

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pint milk
1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
2 eggs (whole)
2 egg yolks
2 1/2 ounces sugar
4 fluid ounces double cream
1 lemon, rind of, grated

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat the milk with the nutmeg over a moderate heat. When it reaches boiling point remove from the heat and keep it warm.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the whole eggs , yolks and 1 1/2 ozs (3 tablesp) of sugar together using a wire whisk until the mixture is smooth.
  • Strain the hot milk into the mixture, whisking constantly.
  • Return to the saucepan and place over a very low heat. Cook, stirring, for about 10 minutes or until the custard thickens , ensuring it does not boil.
  • When the custard is thick but still liquid enough to pour easily, remove the pan from the hear and set it aside to cool.
  • Pre heat the grill (broiler) to high. When the custard is tepid pour half of it into a flameproof dish. Pour the double cream on top and add the rest of the custartd.
  • Sprinkle with the rest of the sugar and the lemon rind. Place under the grill until the sugar caramelises.
  • Remove from grill and chill in the refrigerator thoroughly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.4, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 233.9, Sodium 110.5, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 17.9, Protein 9

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