Fried Milk

I know, it sounds weird... but this is a sweet dessert with a delicate flavor of nutmeg, it's crispy on the outside, smooth and custardy on the inside. It was love at first bite for me..

• Ready In: 3 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup granulated sugar
• 1⁄2 cup cornstarch
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 3  cups milk
• 1  tablespoon butter or 1  tablespoon margarine
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  grated lemon, rind of
• 2  eggs, well beaten
• 3⁄4 cup  progresso  plain breadcrumbs
•  vegetable oil
• 1⁄3 cup powdered sugar (optional)

Directions

1. Mix granulated sugar, cornstarch and nutmeg in 3-quart saucepan.
2. Gradually stir in milk.
3. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly.
4. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat.
5. Stir in butter and lemon peel.
6. Spread evenly in ungreased square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches.
7. Refrigerate uncovered at least 3 hours until firm.
8. Cut custard into 2-inch squares, using wet knife.
9. Dip custard squares into eggs, then coat with bread crumbs.
10. Heat oil (1 to 1/2 inches) to 360°F; fry 2 or 3 squares at a time in oil 1 to 2 minutes or until light brown; drain on paper towels.
11. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.