BREAKFAST CUSTARD

With a side of warmed ham and whole wheat toast, this custard makes for a satisfying breakfast.

—ARLENE BENDER MARTIN, ND



START TO FINISH: 25 MIN. • MAKES: 4 SERVINGS


4 eggs, lightly beaten

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1 cup milk

1 teaspoon cornstarch

1/8 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

Dash pepper

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1. Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients. Stir in cheese. Pour into four buttered 4-oz. custard cups.

2. Place cups in a baking pan. Fill pan with boiling water to a depth of 1 in. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.