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                                  Crema

Recipe By     : Southern Living 1980 Annual Recipes
Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Desserts

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      1quart        milk
     3/4  cup           sugar -- divided
   4                    egg yolks -- beaten
     1/4  cup           cornstarch
   1      teaspoon      vanilla extract
                        fresh strawberries

Combine milk and 1/2 cup sugar in a medium saucepan; bring to boiling point,
stirring occasionally (do not boil).  Remove from heat.  Combine egg yolks
and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a medium mixing bowl; gradually add
cornstarch, stirring well.  Gradually stir half of hot milk into the egg
mixture; add to remaining hot milk, stirring constantly.  Cook over medium
heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened.  Stir in vanilla.
 Pour custard into serving bowl and chill.  To serve, top with fresh
strawberries.  Yield:  6-8 servings.  Note:  Recipe may be double or tripled
if desired.

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