Make Vanilla Custard

Heading off for a family get together, pot luck or just looking for something delicious to make? Why not try making some Vanilla Custard? It is the perfect choice for a dessert course!

Ingredients

 * 6 egg yolks
 * 3 ½ oz sugar
 * 7 ¾ fl oz milk
 * 7 ¾ fl oz cream
 * 1 vanilla pod
 * 2 bowls
 * 1 saucepan
 * 1 whisk
 * 1 wooden spoon
 * 1 sieve
 * 1 cutting board
 * 1 knife

Steps

 * 1) Start by cutting the vanilla pod lengthwise without cutting it all the way through.
 * 2) * Scrape the pulp from the inside and put both the pod and the pulp into a pan.
 * 3) Place the pan over a medium heat while slowly stirring in the cream and milk, being careful not to let it boil.
 * 4) Mix the yolk and sugar together in a bowl with the whisk, blending well until the mixture turns pale.
 * 5) Continue to whisk the yolk and sugar,and  slowly add some of the milk into the bowl a little at a time.
 * 6) Place the mixture over a medium heat while slowly stirring using the wooden spoon.
 * 7) Make sure that after removing the custard from the heat you immediately pour it through a sieve and strain. It needs to have a smooth but slightly clingy consistency.
 * 8) Serve your custard with fresh berries or any puddings and serve it either hot or cold.

Tips

 * The sauce is thick enough when you can draw a line along the surface of the spoon with your finger and the line remains visible.
 * The custard should never be allowed to come to a boil. The moment it begins to thicken, remove from the heat. If it's overcooked the custard will curdle and you'll have to start again!

Related Tips and Steps

 * How to Make English Custard
 * How to Make Real Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
 * How to Make Pumpkin Custard Pie
 * How to Make Banana Pudding
 * How to Make Rhubarb Ice Cream

Sources and Citations

 * VideoJug - Original source of this information. Shared with permission.