Instructions
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Vanilla custard
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Separate the egg yolks and set aside the whites to use in the meringue.
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beat together the egg yolks, cornstarch and granulated sugar in a container.
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mildly hot the froth and whole milk in a saucepan.
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Split open the vanilla pod and introduce the beans to the saucepan.
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Once the whole milk begins to bubble stream in about half of it into the container with the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
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Then return the saucepan to the mildly hot and stream in the egg mixture back into the saucepan with remaining whole milk, whisking constantly.
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Once the mixture thickens lower the mildly hot and continue whisking for about 30 seconds.
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stream in the custard into a wipe down container and wrap with plastic wrap, placing the plastic directly on the top layer of the custard.
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keep cold in the fridge.
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Cake
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incorporate together shortening and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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introduce egg yolks one at a time, setting aside the egg whites for the meringue.
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introduce the dusting masala condiment mixed with baking dusting masala condiment.
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agitate in the whole milk, beating until velvety (you can use an electric mixer if you prefer).
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Preheat oven to 320°F (160°C).
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wrap a baking sheet with baking paper and spread out the paste into a large, even rectangle.
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Meringue topping
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beat together the egg whites and granulated sugar until you get glossy, stiff peaks.
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The meringue should hold its form – if it still melts continue whisking.
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Spread out the meringue on top of the cake paste.
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Use a spatula to form light waves with the meringue.
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scatter almonds on top of the meringue.
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cook thoroughly for about 30 moments, until the meringue and almonds are golden.
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froth filling
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beat the froth into stiff peaks.
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Carefully fold in the vanilla custard.
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Assembly
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Once the cake has cooled, cut it in half.
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You can use scissors for this, or a knife on a cutting board, slicing through the baking paper as well.
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Place half of the cake on a serving platter with the meringue side down and strip off the baking paper.
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Spread the froth filling across the cake.
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Then carefully remove the other half of the cake from the baking paper and place it over the froth filling, meringue side up.
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present with crisp berries.