Basic Custard

Eggs, milk, and a bit of sugar combine into a wholesome dessert that can be enjoyed by all ages.

Prep 8 minCook 22 minTotal 30 minUpdated Jul 3, 202630 minLow CarbVegetarianGluten FreeKeto Friendly

Eggs, milk, and a bit of sugar combine into a wholesome dessert that can be enjoyed by all ages.

Ingredients

  • 1 piece(s) Egg
  • 2 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Skim milk, or reconstituted non-fat dry milk
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Beat egg and sugar together in a saucepan.
  2. Add milk.
  3. Place saucepan with egg/milk mixture in another pan containing 1-2 inches boiling water.
  4. Stir custard constantly while cooking. Cook until foam disappears and custard coats the spoon. Remove from heat.
  5. Add vanilla, if using and stir. Pour into individual dishes and cool in the refrigerator. Custard will be soft.

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Storage

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