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Custard Pecan 01

Custard Pecan 01 is built on Salt, Plus Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Sugar, and Milk. Add it to your meal plan and shop the whole list in one go.

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Ingredients

• 1/8 tsp
• 1/4 cup
• 1/2 tsp
• 1 cup
• 1 cup
• 1/4 cup

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Combine egg whites and salt in a mixing bowl; beat until foamy.

2. 2

   Gradually add 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp at a time, and vanilla, beating until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

3. 3

   Combine 1 cup sugar and cornstarch in a heavy saucepan.

4. 4

   Beat egg yolks lightly in a small bowl; add milk.

5. 5

   Add yolk mixture to sugar mixture in saucepan; stir well.

6. 6

   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil.

7. 7

   Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly.

8. 8

   Remove from heat; stir in toasted pecans and butter.

9. 9

   Pour into pastry shell.

10. 10

    Spread meringuye over warm filling, sealing to edge of pastry.

11. 11

    Bake at 400 F for 8 minutes or until lightly browned.

12. 12

    Garnish with sliced pecans, if desired.

13. 13

    Cool before serving.