Grapefruit Sage Vanilla Custard

This time, we are making “curd” from the fresh citrus juice and rind of grapefruit, of course, accompanied by the fragrance of sage and the sweetness of vanilla. The curd, thus, becomes more of a custard treat. A really, really delicious custard treat – not to be eaten by the dollop-full, but more like the spoonful: Grapefruit Sage Vanilla Custard.

Grapefruit Sage Vanilla Custard 

1 cup white sugar
juice and zest of 1 large grapefruit
8 Tbs. butter, melted
3 large eggs
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 Tbs. fresh sage, minced

 

Whisk together all ingredients, except the sage and vanilla, in a small saucepan over low heat. Continue whisking for 15 to 20 minutes, until thick and the mixture can coat the back of a spoon. 

 

Stir in the vanilla and sage and remove from heat.
Allow to cool and thicken before serving.

 

Again, feel free to dress the inside of a sage-scented pie crust with the custard and top with Pistachio Chantilly.

 

It’s marvelous!