Classic Custard with Maple Syrup

Step 1

In heavy saucepan

Step 2

heat milk to just before boiling point.

Step 3

In large bowl

Step 4

beat together eggs

Step 5

sugar and vanilla. Slowly add hot milk

Step 6

stirring. Pour into 8 x 8-inch glass (20 x 20 cm) or ceramic oven-proof dish. Set in larger pan half-filled with hot water.

Step 7

Bake at 350 °F (180 °C) until center is set (inserted knife comes out clean)-about 60 to 75 minutes.

Step 8

Serve thoroughly chilled

Step 9

cut into squares

Step 10

with the fresh fruit and maple syrup on top.