Pastry cream. Recipe from Georgia. #cookingwithfrancoandmarta#

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.

Whisk together egg yolks and sugar in a bowl until pale and creamy.

Add cornstarch to the egg mixture and whisk until combined.

Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking continuously to temper the eggs.

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and butter until smooth.

Transfer to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before using.

Cooking Techniques

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