Vanilla Beans Custard

Vanilla bean: Are you looking for some different versions of vanilla beans? Here in this article, we have explained, how you can make a simple vanilla custard base which you can use on it's own to create wonderfully creamy and yummy vanilla ice cream, or as a base to that you can add different flavors. There are numerous ways to make ice cream, one of among them is to make a custard base to which you add your flavors. This is the method most are using for the majority of my ice creams, it can makes a very sweet, very creamy custard base and is really easy to make.

Many people shy away from making a custard base since they think it is quite perplexed, involving as it does, heating and reheating in such a way as to prevent the mixture from curdling. If you have ever prepared a custard base you may need several attempts to get it right but the great thing is that once you know how to prepare it right, it is in fact a very simple process.

Below is my tried and tested method for making vanilla beans custard.

Ingredients Required:

• Whole milk - 4 cups
• Granulated sugar - 3/4 cup
• Egg yolks- 8 large
• Cornstarch - 1/4 cup
• 2 vanilla beans, split lengthwise and scraped, pods and seeds reserved
• Salt- 3/4 teaspoon
• Unsalted butter which should be cut into small pieces - 3 tablespoons

Directions:

• Mix milk, sugar, yolks, cornstarch, vanilla beans and salt in a large saucepan and whisk to combine.

• Place over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture become thick and, when you draw a spoon through the custard, there is a distinct separation and it doesn’t immediately fall back on itself, about 20 to 25 minutes. In the meantime, nest a fine mesh strainer in a large bowl and set aside.

• When custard is ready, just take it out from heat, pour it into the nested strainer, and thrust on the custard with a rubber spatula to pass through and remove any lumps. Stir it in butter until it become smooth and melted.

• Cool 10 minutes at room temperature, then place a plastic wrap directly on top of the custard’s surface and place in the refrigerator to cool completely. Serve it!

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