Butter, milk, whipping cream, sugar, and cornstarch are cooked until thick and creamy in a double boiler and poured into a waiting crust. Five minutes in a hot oven sets the filling, and then you've got a wonderful pie.
Preparation Time
30 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
397 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Step 2
In the top of a double boiler, combine the butter, sugar, 1/2 cup whole milk, and whipping cream. Heat until butter is melted and mixture is simmering, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup cold whole milk and cornstarch. Whisk until smooth, then slowly pour into hot cream mixture, whisking constantly. Simmer mixture until thickened, about 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour into baked pastry shell and sprinkle with ground nutmeg.
Step 4
Bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.
