How to Make Custard

By the Chief Custard Maker. Ignore their instructions at your peril.

Method

 * You need 1 rounded tablespoon of custard powder for every 1/2 pint (or about 500ml) of milk.


 * Mix a little milk with powder to make a paste in the saucepan.


 * Add the rest of the milk gradually.


 * Put saucepan on hob on a LOW heat, stiring all the time with wooden spoon or a whisk.


 * Heat until it thickens sufficiently. DO NOT let it to come to the boil.


 * Add sugar to taste.


 * Serve with cake. Lots of cake!