Friday, August 07, 2009

Caramel Bread-and-Butter Custard












3 slices bread4 eggs
butter3 tablespoons sugar
¾ cup brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla
600mL creamcinnamon

Slice crusts from bread; butter bread lightly. Cut bread into finger lengths. Lightly grease oven-proof dish. Sprinkle brown sugar over base, then cover with bread, buttered-side up.
Beat eggs, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Add milk, cream, beat until combined. Carefully pour milk mixture over bread (bread will float on top), sprinkle with cinnamon.
Place in baking dish, with enough water to come half way up sides. Bake in moderate oven 35 - 40 minutes or until custard is set.