1/4 cup of sugar
2 tablespoons of cornstarch
4 cups of cold milk
4 lightly beaten egg yolks
2 tablespoons of vanilla extract
4 egg whites
1/8 teaspoon of salt
1/2 cup of raspberry, blackberry, or blackcurrant gelatin
1/4 cup of sugar
2 tablespoons of cornstarch
4 cups of cold milk
4 lightly beaten egg yolks
2 tablespoons of vanilla extract
4 egg whites
1/8 teaspoon of salt
1/2 cup of raspberry, blackberry, or blackcurrant gelatin
Mix the sugar and cornstarch well in a saucepan, add a little milk and stir until smooth
Add the remaining milk and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and cook until thickened, stirring constantly
Remove from heat and let cool slightly
Add a little of this mixture to the egg yolks, beating well; then place that mixture into the remaining hot cream, beating slowly and steadily
Bring back to a simmer and cook for an additional 2 minutes or until thickened, but do not let it boil over or the eggs may curdle
Do not overcook and do not let it boil over again, as the eggs can curdle
Remove from heat and add vanilla extract
Pour into a warm glass bowl, preferably of Pyrex
Meringue: Beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form; then gradually add gelatin, beating constantly, until stiff and firm
Allow to cool and refrigerate until chilled and set
Dish out 6 portions.