*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                               Pastry Cream

Recipe By     : Catering Site
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1                    egg yolk
   1 1/4  ounces        sugar
     1/2  ounce         cornstarch
   5      ounces        milk
     1/2                vanilla bean
   1      tablespoon    kirsch

Place egg yolk, half of sugar and cornstarch in stainless steel bowl.  Add
one-third of milk; combine.  Mixture should be smooth.  Place remaining milk
in saucepan; sprinkle in remaining sugar.  Do not stir.  Add vanilla bean;
heat to boiling.  Remove from heat.  Remove vanilla bean.  Whisk together with
egg yolk mixture.  Place in saucepan; heat to boiling.  Reduce heat; simmer
for 2 to 3 minutes.  Remove from heat; sprinkle with small amount of sugar to
prevent skin from forming.  Let cool.  Place in mixing bowl; beat until smooth
using wire whisk.  Add kirsch.

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