Milk-based custard cream
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Custard cream is often prepared with flavorings, such as vanilla or lemon. Many people like to add alcohol to it: rum or brandy. Authentic custard cream is thick with a velvety texture. It is used not only as a filling, but the cream itself is already a ready dessert. You can add fruits, dried fruits, berries, or nuts, and serve it chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Pour milk into a saucepan, place over heat, and add the zest of one lemon. Bring the mixture to a boil, then strain the milk through cheesecloth.
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Step 2
2. Place the chicken yolks into a separate bowl, add sugar, and beat until a foamy mixture forms.
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Step 3
3. Add the flour to the eggs and gently mix from top to bottom.
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Step 4
4. Pour the hot milk into the egg yolks and mix.
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Step 5
5. Reduce the heat to the minimum and simmer the mixture until a thick mass forms, about 5-8 minutes.
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Step 6
6. Remove the saucepan from the heat, gently stir the mixture with a spoon for several minutes, then cover with plastic wrap and cool to room temperature. Store in the refrigerator.