Savoury custard

Make this savoury custard ahead of the time and keep in the fridge, but serve at room temperature.

Serves 6-8 | Takes 1 hr

Ingredients

250ml (1 cup) cream

375ml (1½ cups) milk

125ml (½ cup) Parmesan cheese,

finely grated

2 thyme sprigs

4 extra-large egg yolks, beaten

Method

Preheat the oven to 160°C. Line a deep roasting tray with a tea towel and place a 1L ovenproof container inside.

Heat the cream, milk, cheese and thyme over medium heat, stirring until the cheese has melted. Pour the milk mixture into the eggs, while beating. Season and strain through a sieve into the prepared container.

Pour enough boiling water into the tray, so it comes halfway up the sides of the container. Bake for about 50 minutes until just set with a slight wobble in the middle. Remove from the water bath and leave to cool to room temperature.

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