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Basic Custard

Eggs, milk, and a bit of sugar combine into a wholesome dessert that can be enjoyed by all ages.

  • 4 Servings
  • Less than $3.00

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • vanilla extract

Steps

1

Beat egg and sugar together in a saucepan.

2

Add milk.

3

Place saucepan with egg/milk mixture in another pan containing 1-2 inches boiling water.

4

Stir custard constantly while cooking. Cook until foam disappears and custard coats the spoon. Remove from heat.

5

Add vanilla, if using and stir. Pour into individual dishes and cool in the refrigerator. Custard will be soft.

6

Beat together egg and sugar in a baking dish.

7

Add milk and mix. Add vanilla, if using and mix thoroughly.

8

Set baking dish in a shallow pan of hot water.

9

Bake at 350 °F until the tip of a knife inserted in the center of the custard comes out clean (50-60 minutes). Do not overcook. Eat warm or refrigerate for later.

Ingredients

Serving Size: 1/2 cup, 1/4 of recipe (81g)

NutrientsAmount
Total Calories63
Total Fat1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g
Linoleic Acid0 g
α-Linolenic Acid0 g
Omega 3 - EPA0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA7 mg
Cholesterol48 mg
Carbohydrates9 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars9 g
Added Sugars included6 g
Protein4 g
Minerals
Calcium82 mg
Potassium113 mg
Sodium44 mg
Copper17 mcg
Iron0 mg
Magnesium8 mg
Phosphorus87 mg
Selenium6 mcg
Zinc0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A57 mcg RAE
Vitamin B60.1 mg
Vitamin B120.4 mg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D1 mcg
Vitamin E0 mg
Vitamin K0 mcg
Folate9 mcg DFE
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.2 mg
Niacin0 mg
Choline46 mg

Source:

  • Eating Right is Basic
  • Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service
  • Nutrition Education Program