Custard Sauce

In a small basin blend together the custard powder and sugar to a paste with a little milk. In a saucepan bring the remaining milk to the boil pour onto the custard mixture.

Stir well return to the pan.

Over a gentle heat bring to the boil whilst stirring.

Allow to boil and thicken.

Add the and and juice of 2 oranges and the brandy if using.

Taste and adjust sugar if necessary.

This recipe is for a basic custard sauce but to ring the changes add some orange rind and juice or some brandy or both. A well flavored sauce is particularly good with a lighter less rich Christmas pudding.