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                                   Crema
 
 Recipe By     : Southern Living 1980 Annual Recipes
 Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Desserts
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
    1      1quart        milk
      3/4  cup           sugar -- divided
    4                    egg yolks -- beaten
      1/4  cup           cornstarch
    1      teaspoon      vanilla extract
                         fresh strawberries
 
 Combine milk and 1/2 cup sugar in a medium saucepan; bring to boiling point,
 stirring occasionally (do not boil).  Remove from heat.  Combine egg yolks
 and remaining 1/4 cup sugar in a medium mixing bowl; gradually add
 cornstarch, stirring well.  Gradually stir half of hot milk into the egg
 mixture; add to remaining hot milk, stirring constantly.  Cook over medium
 heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened.  Stir in vanilla.
  Pour custard into serving bowl and chill.  To serve, top with fresh
 strawberries.  Yield:  6-8 servings.  Note:  Recipe may be double or tripled
 if desired.
 
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