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Brandied Fig Vanilla Pudding

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Recipe information

  • Total Time

    2 hr

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1/3 cup sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into bits
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/3 cup fig or other preserves
1 tablespoon brandy, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a heavy medium saucepan, then whisk in milk and cream. Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking frequently, then boil, whisking, 1 minute. Remove from heat and whisk in butter and vanilla.

    Step 2

    Divide among 4 (6-to 8-ounces) glasses and chill, uncovered, until cold, at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Step 3

    Stir together preserves, brandy, and lemon juice, then spoon on top of puddings.

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