Vanilla Cream Sauce

By norsegal8

Cold and creamy, this slightly sweet sauce is perfect poured over all kinds of fresh fruits and berries. It also makes a marvelous sauce for a variety of hot apple desserts. Even the leaner version of this sauce - made with skim milk instead of cream - tastes smooth and rich.

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 cups light cream or milk (whole or skim)
• 2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Preparation

Step 1

In a heavy saucepan, beat together the egg, sugar, cornstarch and cream (or milk). Stirring constantly, slowly bring to a simmer over low heat, and simmer 2 to 3 minutes, until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat and cool, uncovered. When cooled to room temperature, stir in the vanilla. Cover again and chill. Before serving, fold in the whipped cream.