Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch pie dish
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Plastic wrap
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Place the pre-made pie crust into the 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
3. In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, and vanilla bean. Heat over medium heat until it comes to a simmer.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and cornstarch.
5. Add the egg yolks to the sugar mixture and whisk until smooth.
6. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
7. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
8. Remove from heat and whisk in the unsalted butter until melted and smooth.
9. Pour the mixture into the pre-made pie crust.
10. Cover the pie with plastic wrap, making sure the wrap touches the surface of the filling to prevent a skin from forming.
11. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until set.
12. Once set, remove the plastic wrap and serve.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Chilling time: 4 hours
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
8 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 380
Total fat: 24g
Saturated fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 160mg
Sodium: 140mg
Total carbohydrates: 36g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Total sugars: 25g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of a pre-made pie crust, you can make your own crust from scratch using flour, butter, and cold water.
- Instead of a vanilla bean, you can use 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Variations:
- Add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the filling for a chocolate twist.
- Top the pie with whipped cream or fresh berries.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to whisk the filling constantly while cooking to prevent lumps from forming.
- To prevent the crust from getting soggy, you can brush the bottom with a beaten egg before adding the filling.
Storage instructions:
- Store the pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Serve the pie cold.
Presentation ideas:
- Slice the pie and serve on a decorative plate.
- Top with whipped cream and fresh berries.
Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Fresh berries
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Hot tea
Suggested side dishes:
- None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the filling is too thin, add more cornstarch.
- If the filling is too thick, add more milk.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the filling to a boil to ensure that the eggs are cooked through.
Food history:
- Mellorine is a frozen dessert similar to ice cream, but made with milk instead of cream.
Flavor profiles:
- Creamy
- Vanilla
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert after a meal.
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