This is a traditional staple dessert of the British home. Its also my aunt's favourite dessert. Altho I've made it a few times in the past, I never really liked doing it because I found making the custard and having to butter the bread a real chore, and never could get the right 'crispy' finish on top. Not to mention it's super fattening.
Anyhow, came across a rather simple recipe in the newspapers today, so thought I'd write it down for whenever I next feel the urge strike me to bake something.
Ingredients
750ml milk (for that extra sinful taste, use half milk and half single cream)
3-4 tsp sugar
3 eggs
Chopped dried fruits (apricots, raisins, figs, dates or even fresh bananas)
Butter, jam and/or marmalade
Method
1) Butter a 1l capacity baking tin. Line the tin with slices of bread, either torn up or as is.
2) The bread can be buttered or even spread with jam if you like.
3) Alternate layers with chopped fruits or cocoa powder if you like.
4) Beat 3 eggs into the milk together with the sugar, and pour over the bread. Let sit to soak for a least half an hour.
5) Bake in the oven for 180 degrees for 45-55 mins or until the custard has set.
6) For an extra crispy topping, sprinkle demera sugar on top during the last 5 mins of cooking time and flash under a hot grill to caramelize. If you have a blow torch, all the better! :D
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