Desserts

How to Make Quick and Easy Fruit-Glazed Custards

Dessert is always my favorite part of the meal, always has been, probably always will be.ч  But even for me and others like me, sometimes dessert is just too heavy.ч  When you want a light dessert or need a nice dessert without spending a lot of time making it, these Fruit-Glazed Custards are the perfect solution.ч  Top them with your favorite in-season fresh fruit or thaw frozen fruits if necessary.ч  These custards are perfect for everything from family meals to company dessert.ч  They are also perfect for brunch.ч  And by using seasonal fruit, you can make your dessert fit the occasion. FRUIT-GLAZED CUSTARDS 3 large eggs 1 can (14-oz) sweetened condensed milk 1 cup hot water 1 tsp vanilla dash salt 1/2 cup red-current jelly 2 tbsp orange juice 1 tbsp cornstarch Fresh strawberries, raspberries, peaches, blueberries, kiwi, etc Beat eggs slightly in a medium mixing bowl. Add the milk, hot water, vanilla, and salt; mix thoroughly. Arrange six 6-oz custard cups on a rack in a wok that has 1 1/2 to 2 inches simmering water. Pour custard mixture evenly into the custard cups. Cover with a sheet of waxed paper and add the wok cover. Simmer for 15 minutes or until the custards are firm and knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Remove custards from wok and sit on a wire rack to cool. Chill in refrigerator while making fruit glaze. To Make Glaze: In a small saucepan combine the jelly, orange juice, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Allow to cool. To serve, unmold the custards onto individual serving dishes. Pour the glaze over tops of the custards and garnish with the fresh fruit. Enjoy!

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