On Wed, 28 Dec 2005 18:45:48 -0500, "elaine" >
wrote:

> Make a custard with the egg yolks - maybe even add some chocolate, then it
> will be chocolate pudding. I like that idea. So can I spin a couple of
> more days out of that???

I'm no expert, but if it were me, yeah, I'd make the custard/pudding
and consider it safe for a couple days, since the yolks will have been
cooked.

Here's another recipe. You can make a double batch if you'd like. I
also have recipes for vanilla and butterscotch puddings.

* Exported from MasterCook *

Chocolate Pudding

Recipe By :Betty Crocker
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : chocolate desserts
puddings

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup cocoa
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
2 egg yolks -- slightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter -- softened
2 teaspoons vanilla

1. Combine sugar, cornstarch, cocoa, and salt in 2-quart saucepan.
2. Combine milk and egg yolks, then gradually stir into the dry
ingredients.
3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to
a boil.
4. Continue to boil for one minute, stirring constantly.
5. Remove from heat, and stir in butter and vanilla.
6. Pour pudding into four serving dishes, and chill.


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