Strawberry Custard

Directions

1. 1
   Beat egg until frothy in top of double boiler.
2. 2
   Combine sugar, flour and salt; gradually add to egg, beating until thick.
3. 3
   Place milk and pureed strawberries in a saucepan; cook over low heat until thoroughly heated; do not boil.
4. 4
   Gradually stir about one-fourth of hot milk into egg mixture; add remaining milk, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Bring water in double boiler to a boil. Reduce heat to low.
6. 6
   Cook 10 to 20 minutes or until mixture thickens and coats a metal spoon.
7. 7
   Stir in vanilla.
8. 8
   Pour custard into a bowl and chill.
9. 9
   To serve, place 1/2 cup strawberries in each of 4 stemmed glasses.
10. 10
    Drizzle 1/4 cup chilled custard over each serving.