A historical sauce from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). The brandy or wine may be omitted if preferred. Use a double boiler method by setting the mixture within a pan of boiling water.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Heat the milk to boiling
Add by degrees the beaten eggs and sugar
Put in the flavoring and set within a pan of boiling water
Stir until it begins to thicken
Then take it off and stir in the brandy or wine gradually
Set, until wanted, within a pan of boiling water
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Heating eggs and milk together creates a custard through controlled protein coagulation. The double boiler method prevents direct heat exposure, keeping temperatures below 185°F where eggs would scramble. Adding hot milk gradually to beaten eggs (tempering) slowly raises the egg temperature, preventing curdling. The sugar interferes with protein bonding, creating a smoother, more stable sauce while also raising the coagulation temperature for a wider margin of error.
The custard sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead. Cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Reheat gently in a double boiler, whisking constantly, or serve cold over desserts.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent skin formation. If a skin does form, strain the sauce before serving. Reheat gently in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring constantly, until warmed through but not boiling.
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The custard sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead. Cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Reheat gently in a double boiler, whisking constantly, or serve cold over desserts.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the custard to prevent skin formation. If a skin does form, strain the sauce before serving. Reheat gently in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring constantly, until warmed through but not boiling.
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