Vanilla Custard
Ingredients:
• 500 ml of milk
• 3 egg yolks
• 100 g of sugar
• 30 g of cornstarch
• 1 vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Fresh mint leaves for decoration
Preparation:
1. Infuse the milk: Heat the milk over medium heat with the vanilla bean (or add vanilla extract if preferred). Once hot but not boiling, remove from heat and let it sit to absorb the vanilla flavor.
2. Prepare the mixture: In a bowl, beat the egg yolks with the sugar and cornstarch until smooth.
3. Combine the mixtures: Gradually add the infused milk to the egg mixture while stirring constantly.
4. Cook: Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until the custard thickens (avoid boiling).
5. Serve and decorate: Pour the custard into individual cups, let it cool, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for an elegant and refreshing touch.
