
A historical dessert from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Place one cup of sugar in a pan over a very slow fire, stirring constantly until sugar is dark brown in color
Add slowly one-half cup of boiling water and cook slowly until sugar is dissolved
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then add one quart of milk and bring to boiling point in double boiler
thicken with four tablespoonfuls cornstarch dissolved in a little cold milk
cook four or five minutes
serve cold
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Caramelizing sugar through dry heat triggers the Maillard reaction and caramelization, creating complex flavors and deep color through hundreds of chemical compounds. Adding hot water carefully dissolves the hardened caramel without seizing. The double boiler prevents scorching the milk proteins while the cornstarch slurry thickens through gelatinization—starch granules absorb liquid and swell when heated above 170°F, creating a smooth, stable pudding.
This pudding must be made at least 2 hours ahead to allow proper chilling and setting. It can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator. For best texture, bring to cool room temperature 15 minutes before serving.
Store covered with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface to prevent skin formation, or in individual serving dishes covered tightly. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. Do not freeze, as the cornstarch-thickened texture will break down and become watery upon thawing.
AI-generated tips from Chef Cecil's culinary database
This pudding must be made at least 2 hours ahead to allow proper chilling and setting. It can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator. For best texture, bring to cool room temperature 15 minutes before serving.
Store covered with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface to prevent skin formation, or in individual serving dishes covered tightly. Refrigerate for up to 4 days. Do not freeze, as the cornstarch-thickened texture will break down and become watery upon thawing.