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Problem-Solving Pointers for Custard

Custard is Curdled

It's overbaked. Baked only until a knife inserted about halfway to the center comes out clean, not until the center is completely set.

Next time, bake the custard in a water bath.

After baking, immediately remove custard from water bath; otherwise, it will continue to cook in the hot water.

Custard has Bubbles on the Top

Next time, beat eggs only until they are blended, not foamy.

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