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Southern Boiled Custard

SUBMITTED BY: Cathy  PHOTO BY: sarah nielsen 

"A wonderful winter beverage that is part custard, and part heaven. Don't be afraid to try this recipe using almond or rum flavoring instead of the traditional vanilla extract."

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 quart whole milk
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

DIRECTIONS

  1. Into the lower pot of a double boiler, add water. In the upper pot, add milk. Heat through over medium heat.
  2. Beat eggs together until light. Add sugar and mix well. Pour a small portion of hot milk into the eggs and sugar to warm and thin this portion. Pour slowly into hot milk.
  3. Cook, stirring constantly until it will coat a spoon. Do not over cook. Add vanilla extract. Chill in refrigerator before serving.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.88 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 24, 2006 by kingking 
Yes, in the south this is a beverage. I make this every year around the holidays, it's very... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.88 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 14, 2003 by VICKEYA 
The recipe sounded good, but the "don't overcook" and "coats spoon" statements were vague. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.88 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 23, 2005 by SALLY22 
Cooking the mixture too high or too long or not "tempering" properly will cause it to taste... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.88 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 22, 2007 by Susie Holm 
I have a friend that grew up in the south and I made this for her this Christmas; she... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.88 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 9, 2006 by ashpaz 
This is a nice recipe and is most definitely a drink. Those of us from the south always drink... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.88 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 19, 2008 by 10000mb.com 
My mother made us make this...every single year at Christmas. The difference from this recipe... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.88 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 13, 2008 by pete 
Way to go, Cathy! perfect! This recipe is the basis for many favs; egg nog, all french ice... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.88 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 26, 2006 by saraL 
OK...This is an awesome boiled custard. It is not a drink...sorry Cathy. If made correctly it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.88 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 1, 2009 by ILuv2cook 
Didn't work for me! Sorry. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.88 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 24, 2008 by Charlie T 
This is similar to my mother's recipe. Excellent flavor, but a little too sweet for me. Next... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Southern Boiled Custard

Servings Per Recipe: 8

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 219

  • Total Fat: 7.2g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg
  • Sodium: 99mg
  • Total Carbs: 31.1g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 7.9g

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