OLD FASHION SOUTHERN BOILED CUSTARD
I have had this recipe for years. I make it every Christmas and give it to my neighbors as gifts. It is always a big hit. I use a candy thermometer to help judge when milk is scalded and when the custard is done.
Provided by Patsy A.
Categories Beverages
Time 45m
Yield 2 quarts, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Rinse top of double boiler with hot water to keep milk from scorching. Scald whole milk (approx. 180°). Blend eggs and sugar in blender. Slowly add to scalded milk in top of double boiler stirring constantly. Cook until mixture thickens and coats spoon well (appox. 180º). Remove from heat. Add pure vanilla. Let cool a little then strain into containers. The straining is important to make sure there are no lumps in the custard.
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Bd Sakib
[email protected]I made this custard for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
Yared Gidey
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The custard is absolutely delicious.
Mxolisi Quinton
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of nutmeg, so I omitted it from the recipe. The custard still turned out great.
danyil danyil
[email protected]This custard is a great way to use up leftover egg yolks. I always have a few egg yolks left over from making other recipes, and this is a great way to use them up.
Rich Escobar
[email protected]I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It makes it so easy to entertain guests.
ali hussian
[email protected]This custard is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Aderonke Animashaun
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. My family and friends love it.
Lc Davis
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.
Nim Bahadur KC
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my custard turned out lumpy and curdled. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.
Seth Edwards
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The custard was creamy and delicious, and it was the perfect dessert for a special occasion.
Faizan Murtaza
[email protected]I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of custard. But I'm so glad I did! This custard is amazing. It's light and fluffy, and it has a wonderful flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Yéfarkiya Ouattara
[email protected]This is my new go-to custard recipe. It's so simple to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love that I can make it ahead of time and then just reheat it when I'm ready to serve it.
Gihan Kavidu
[email protected]I've never made boiled custard before, but this recipe made it easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and I didn't have any trouble following them. The custard turned out great! It was rich and creamy, and it had a lovely vanilla flavor. I wi
moiz
[email protected]This recipe brought back so many childhood memories! My grandmother used to make this boiled custard all the time, and it was always a favorite. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The custard was creamy and smooth, with just