Fruit Custard

Directions

1. 1
   Drain fruit, reserving syrups.
2. 2
   Cut pears in half lengthwise. Measure syrups to make 1 1/2 cups.
3. 3
   Combine fruit syrups, lemon juice, salt and cornstarch in small saucepan.
4. 4
   Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly.
5. 5
   Add Sweet 'n Low.
6. 6
   Add small amount of hot mixture to well beaten egg and blend thoroughly.
7. 7
   Return to hot mixture and add grated lemon peel. Cool.
8. 8
   Place small amount of lemon custard in bottom of 4 sherbet glasses.
9. 9
   Arrange 4 pear slices, spoke fashion, in custard. Divide remaining custard over pears.
10. 10
    Garnish with 2 orange segments.
11. 11
    Chill.
12. 12
    Makes 4 servings.