Like pudding, custard can be layered into trifles, topped with berries or enjoyed on its own. But its big claim to fame is restaurant-style desserts like pots de creme and creme brulee.

Treat yourself to the delicate sweetness of Japanese custard purin—no oven needed! This no-bake recipe creates a silky, ...

1. Set the oven at 350 degrees. Butter a 2-quart shallow baking dish. 2. Set an ear of corn on a cutting board. Working from the thick to the narrow end, cut off 2 rows of kernels.

Brandy custard cream. This is a simple and very tasty Christmas cream that I prefer to serve with my Christmas Pudding: Whip 8 fl oz (250ml) cream until it holds a figure-eight shape and stirs it ...