Berries with Vanilla Custard
“What a simple, delectable way to enjoy fresh raspberries. For a change, also try the custard with strawberries or peaches.” —Sarah C. Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 4 | 20minutes + chilling |
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 4 | 20minutes + chilling |
Ingredients
- 1 cup half-and-half cream
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cup fresh berries
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Instructions
- In a small heavy saucepan, mix cream, egg yolks and sugar. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°. Do not allow to boil.
- Transfer to a bowl; stir in vanilla. Refrigerate, covered, until cold. Serve over fresh berries.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
1/2 cup berries with 1/4 cup sauce: 166 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 34mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fibre), 4g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit.
