Raspberry Cup Custard With Graham Cracker Crust

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   Preheat the oven to 300 degrees and set a rack in the middle.

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   In a small mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup of the sugar, and the melted butter.

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   Divide the mixture among 4 (1-cup) custard cups and press down to form a crust on the bottom.

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   In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cream and 1 tablespoon of the remaining tablespoon of sugar.

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   Scald and remove from the heat.

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   In a large mixing bowl, combine the yolks, the remaining tablespoon of sugar, vanilla, and rum.

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   Whisk lightly, just to combine.

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   Whisking lightly, gradually drizzle the scalded cream mixture into the egg mixture to warm it without scrambling the eggs.

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   Strain the mixture and pour into custard cups.

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    Place 6 raspberries in each cup, dunking them so they are coated with custard.

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    Arrange the cups in a roasting pan and pour in hot water halfway up the sides.

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    Cover the pan with foil and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the custards are set.

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    Cool in the pan, then refrigerate, covered, up to 2 days ahead.

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    If you like, sprinkle a light layer of sugar over each custard and place under a preheated broiler for about 2 to 4 minutes, watching that they don't burn.

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    Serve immediately after glazing.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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