‘Custard’ is the mixtures of Milk and Egg(s) thickened by heat. When it is used for desserts, Sugar is added. For thickening it, Flour OR Starch is often added. I usually cook this ‘Basic Custard’ in the microwave as it is the easiest method, but of course you can cook it using a saucepan.

Ingredients

1 cup (250ml) Milk
2 to 3 Egg Yolks
3 to 4 tablespoons Sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons Flour *use 1 tablespoon for softer custard
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract *OR flavour of your choice

Method

Microwave Method

  1. Place all ingredients in a heat-proof bowl and whisk well until smooth.
  2. Cook in the microwave in medium power about 500W for 2 minutes. Mix well, then cook again in medium power for 2 minutes and mix well, and cook again for 1 minute OR until boils, and mix well.

Saucepan Method

  1. Place Egg Yolks and Sugar in a saucepan and combine well. Add Flour and mix well until smooth.
  2. Add warmed Milk and Vanilla, and mix well.
  3. Cook over a medium to low heat, stirring constantly, until custard comes to the boil and thickens.