Banana Vermicelli Custard

This recipe was lying in my drafts for a long time now. I learnt this recipe from my sis 'S'. She stays in Dubai and hence we get to meet only once a year. Last time we were together, she made this for my son. Trust me, I enjoyed this rich and creamy pudding more than my son. The first thing I did after coming home from Mumbai is asked her for the recipe and made it immediately. Since then, it's been a regular at my home. Custard is my absolutely favorite dessert. This is very simple and can be made in a jiffy.

Ingredients:-

• 5 cups milk
• 1 cup roasted vermicelli (crushed)
• ½ cup fresh cream
• ½ cup sugar 
• 1 tbsp vanilla custard powder
• ½ tsp cardamom powder
• 1 banana (chopped)

Method:-

• Mix custard powder with ½ cup milk. Make into a smooth paste. Keep aside.
• Boil the remaining milk.
• When milk starts boiling add vermicelli. Keep stirring continuously so that vermicelli doesn't form lumps. 
• Cook for approx. 3 minutes, till the vermicelli is cooked.
• Add sugar and gradually add the custard paste stirring well.
• Add cardamom powder and switch off the flame after 2 minutes.
• When cool, add fresh cream and banana.

Notes:-

• You may avoid adding fresh cream.
• You may substitute the fruits and flavourings as per your choice.
• You may add ½ tsp vanilla essence instead of cardamom powder.

Happy Cooking!!