Ambrosia

Directions

1. 1
   Section oranges.
2. 2
   Pour milk and cream into top of a double boiler and heat over boiling water until scalded.
3. 3
   Beat egg yolks in a mixing bowl until light and stir in sugar, flour and salt. Add milk mixture slowly, stirring constantly.
4. 4
   Return to double boiler and cook until thick.
5. 5
   Cool; then add sherry.
6. 6
   Place alternate layers of orange sections, custard and coconut ending with coconut.
7. 7
   Chill thoroughly.