Inglenook Pawpaw Custard

Submitted by Disque

"Pawpaw flavor stands out in this easy dessert. Make it a day before and get even more of the unique mango-meets-banana taste."

 

• Ready In: 50mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 4 eggs
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 3⁄4 cup sugar
• 1 cup pawpaw puree
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch nutmeg
• 1⁄3 cup fresh blueberries (optional)

directions

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2. Mix eggs, dairy, sugar, pawpaw puree, vanilla, salt and nutmeg in a bowl, using an immersion blender. If time permits, let mixture rest for 30-45 minutes and then gently stir so as not to aerate but to combine any pawpaw that's sunk to the bottom.
3. Place a few blueberries in each of 8 custard cups.
4. Pour batter over blueberries.
5. Place a folded dish towel in a large pan. Place cups in pan. Carefully pour very hot tap water into pan - don't get any in the cups.
6. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until set.
7. Chill overnight for maximum flavor and a firmer texture. Top with whipped cream.