Natilla

A simple and satisfying soft custard

Ingredients:

1 3/4 cups milk

1/2 cup fine sugar

1 tbsp cornstarch, dissolved in 3 tbsp water

1 cinnamon stick

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

2 egg yolks, lightly beaten

Dash of salt

Preparation:

In a large saucepan, mix the milk, dissolved cornstarch, salt, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and egg yolk until smooth. Cook uncovered over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened. Remove immediately and pour through a thin strainer into individual dessert cups.

Refrigerate and serve chilled in dessert cups.

Recipe courtesy of Spain GourmeTour magazine.