boiled custard

Name: Boiled Custard
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 3 large eggs; 3/4 cup(s) sugar; 1 teaspoon(s) cornstarch; 1 quart(s) milk; - vanilla to taste

(2 RATINGS)

117 Pinches 1 Photo

J. White Harris

Gallatin, TN

Updated on Nov 17, 2011

My mom made this every year at Christmas. It's one of the things that makes the holiday season special. It's so thick you should eat it with a spoon.

Rate

prep time 15 Min

cook time 20 Min

method Stove Top

yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

3 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 quart milk
- vanilla to taste

How To Make boiled custard

Step 1

Beat eggs well; add sugar with cornstarch. Stir in milk.

Step 2

Cook in a double boiler, stirring constantly. Cook until the custard coats spoon.
Step 3

Cool and add vanilla to taste. Keep refrigerated.
Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!

Discover More

Comment & Reviews

Just A Pinch Sweepstakes