Traditional French Custard Tart

Ingredients

8 servings

• 1 shortcrust pastry
• 4 eggs
• 1 l of milk
• 150 g of granulated sugar
• 90 g of cornstarch
• 1 vanilla pod

Steps

1. 1

   Bring the milk to a boil with the vanilla bean split lengthwise.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, mix the cornstarch (sifted is better) with the sugar.

3. 3

   Add the well-beaten eggs.

4. 4

   Mix everything together until smooth.

5. 5

   Add the boiling milk (without the vanilla bean).

6. 6

   Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, for about 1 to 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Preheat the oven to 200°C (gas mark 6-7). Line a buttered rectangular or round dish with the shortcrust pastry.

8. 8

   Prick the bottom with a fork.

9. 9

   Pour the mixture into the dish.

10. 10

    Smooth the surface.

11. 11

    Bake for about 30 to 40 minutes.

12. 12

    Let it cool down.

13. 13

    Enjoy.