Custard (Setting)

Creamy custard that sets for slices and fillings.

Ingredients:
1 C custard powder
3 C milk
600 mL thickened cream
3/4 C sugar
1 T vanilla
50 g butter

OR,

1 C milk
3/4 C cornflour
1/2 C custard powder
1 C caster sugar
750 mL thickened cream
1 T vanilla
50 g butter
3 egg yolks

Method:
1. Combine custard powder and cornflour with milk to form a paste.
2. Over low heat, melt sugar and cream. Add vanilla and custard paste and allow to boil, stirring constantly until the mixture is quite thick.
3. Remove from heat.
4. Stir in butter and egg yolks one at a time.
5. Cool slightly before using.