Custard Sauce

1. 1

   Scald milk with vanilla bean in heavy, small nonaluminum saucepan over medium-high heat; set aside.

2. 2

   Combine egg yolks and sugar in a medium bowl; whisk until mixture is thick and lemon colored.

3. 3

   Gradually whisk milk into egg mixture.

4. 4

   Return to saucepan.

5. 5

   Place over low heat and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and coats spoon.

6. 6

   Set pan in bowl of ice water to cool.

7. 7

   Strain custard into medium bowl.

8. 8

   Cover and refrigerate until well chilled.

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