Bird's Custard Powder 350g
LIFE 1m+
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Product information
There’s nothing more satisfying than a traditional homemade pudding with lashings of warm custard. Since 1837, Bird's have helped create family teatime memories with their original recipe custard powder. It's been loved and handed down from generation to generation. Enjoy and share Bird's Original Custard with your loved ones as part of an indulgent family feast or a mid-week meal. Serve it as a comforting accompaniment to a golden syrup sponge pudding or a warm apple pie in the colder months, or use it as the sumptuous custard layer in a summer trifle with juicy fruit, sponge cake and cream when the Great British weather is warmer. Bird’s Custard makes every teatime treat that bit sweeter.
The Original Homemade Taste, Contains no artificial colours, Suitable for Vegetarians
Country of Origin
UK
LIFE 1m+
Product life guaranteed for 1 month.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place.
Preparation and Usage
Delicious Bird's Custard in a few easy steps!
All You Need
- Saucepan
- Large jug
- Large bowl (2L)
- 1 Pint of milk
- 2 Tbsp of sugar
You Make It Special
Use skimmed, semi-skimmed, whole, coconut or almond milk to make your perfect custard.
Vary the milk quantity for your desired consistency.
Add more or less sugar to suit your taste.
Makes 4 servings.
On the Hob
1 Mix 2 heaped tbsp (35g) of custard powder with 2 tbsp (35g) of sugar in a saucepan.
2 Measure 1 pint (568ml) of cold milk, add a little of it (approx. 2 tbsp) to the pan and stir to form a smooth paste.
3 Stir in the remainder of the milk.
4 Heat, stirring continuously, until gently boiling.
Microwave 800W, Cat E
1 mix 2 heaped tbsp (35g) of custard powder with 2 tbsp (35g) of sugar in a large bowl (at least 2L).
2 Measure 1 pint (568ml) of cold milk, add a little of it (approx. 2 tbsp) to the bowl and stir with a fork to form a smooth paste.
3 Stir in the remainder of the milk.
4 Heat on full power for 6 minutes, whisking/stirring half way through and again at the end.
All You Need
- Saucepan
- Large jug
- Large bowl (2L)
- 1 Pint of milk
- 2 Tbsp of sugar
You Make It Special
Use skimmed, semi-skimmed, whole, coconut or almond milk to make your perfect custard.
Vary the milk quantity for your desired consistency.
Add more or less sugar to suit your taste.
Makes 4 servings.
On the Hob
1 Mix 2 heaped tbsp (35g) of custard powder with 2 tbsp (35g) of sugar in a saucepan.
2 Measure 1 pint (568ml) of cold milk, add a little of it (approx. 2 tbsp) to the pan and stir to form a smooth paste.
3 Stir in the remainder of the milk.
4 Heat, stirring continuously, until gently boiling.
Microwave 800W, Cat E
1 mix 2 heaped tbsp (35g) of custard powder with 2 tbsp (35g) of sugar in a large bowl (at least 2L).
2 Measure 1 pint (568ml) of cold milk, add a little of it (approx. 2 tbsp) to the bowl and stir with a fork to form a smooth paste.
3 Stir in the remainder of the milk.
4 Heat on full power for 6 minutes, whisking/stirring half way through and again at the end.
Instructions
Cooking Instructions - General. How to make delicious Bird's Custard: To make 1 pint (568ml)
NB. All cooking appliances vary. These are guidelines only. Cooking time will differ for a lower or higher wattage microwave oven.; Hob - From Ambient. 1. Put 2 tablespoons (35g) of custard powder and 1-2 tablespoons (15g-35g) of sugar in a basin.
2. Mix into a smooth paste with a little (approx. 2 tablespoons) milk taken from 1 pint (568ml).
3. Heat the remaining milk to nearly boiling and pour onto the custard mix, stirring well.
4. Return to the saucepan and bring to the boil over a gentle heat, stirring continuously.; Microwave - From Ambient. 1. Put 2 tablespoons (35g) of custard powder and 1-2 tablespoons (15g-35g) of sugar in a basin.
2. Mix into a smooth paste with a little (approx. 2 tablespoons) milk taken from 1 pint (568ml).
3. Add the remaining milk and cook on full power for 6 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking period.
4. Leave to stand for 1 minute before serving.
NB. All cooking appliances vary. These are guidelines only. Cooking time will differ for a lower or higher wattage microwave oven.; Hob - From Ambient. 1. Put 2 tablespoons (35g) of custard powder and 1-2 tablespoons (15g-35g) of sugar in a basin.
2. Mix into a smooth paste with a little (approx. 2 tablespoons) milk taken from 1 pint (568ml).
3. Heat the remaining milk to nearly boiling and pour onto the custard mix, stirring well.
4. Return to the saucepan and bring to the boil over a gentle heat, stirring continuously.; Microwave - From Ambient. 1. Put 2 tablespoons (35g) of custard powder and 1-2 tablespoons (15g-35g) of sugar in a basin.
2. Mix into a smooth paste with a little (approx. 2 tablespoons) milk taken from 1 pint (568ml).
3. Add the remaining milk and cook on full power for 6 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking period.
4. Leave to stand for 1 minute before serving.
Package Type
Can
Recycling Information
Foil - Recycle; Lid - Recycle
Other Information
Full Product Name:
Custard Powder.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place.
Once made up, store in a refrigerator and treat as fresh food.
Best before end see lid or base
Usage:
40 Servings
Additional Information:
Bird's trade marks, designs and logos appearing on this pack are owned by the Premier Foods Group.
Custard Powder.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place.
Once made up, store in a refrigerator and treat as fresh food.
Best before end see lid or base
Usage:
40 Servings
Additional Information:
Bird's trade marks, designs and logos appearing on this pack are owned by the Premier Foods Group.
Brand
Bird's
Original Custard Since 1837
Bird's® is the original custard brand, established in 1837 and loved by generations ever since. Bird's Custard is made and served in millions of homes where proper custard is at the heart of a good pud!
Bird's® is the original custard brand, established in 1837 and loved by generations ever since. Bird's Custard is made and served in millions of homes where proper custard is at the heart of a good pud!
Why not try leaving out the sugar and adding apple puree at the end, for a lovely apple custard.
For more ideas, go to www.greatlittleideas.com
For more ideas, go to www.greatlittleideas.com
Manufacturer
Freepost Premier Foods.
Premier Foods ROI,
PO Box No 13008,
Dublin 1,
Ireland.
Premier Foods ROI,
PO Box No 13008,
Dublin 1,
Ireland.
By Appointment to Her Majesty The Queen Manufacturers of Cakes and Culinary Products Premier Foods Plc, St. Albans
Country of Packing
UK
Return To Address
Bird's Careline:
Consumer Services
UK - 0800 0327111
Freepost Premier Foods Consumer Relations.
ROI - 1800 93 2814
Premier Foods ROI,
PO Box No 13008,
Dublin 1,
Ireland.
www.birdscustard.co.uk
Consumer Services
UK - 0800 0327111
Freepost Premier Foods Consumer Relations.
ROI - 1800 93 2814
Premier Foods ROI,
PO Box No 13008,
Dublin 1,
Ireland.
www.birdscustard.co.uk
Typical Values | as prepared with semi-skimmed milk Per 100g | as prepared with semi-skimmed milk Per portion (164g) |
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Energy | 350kJ/83kcal | 574kJ/136kcal |
Fat | 1.5g | 2.5g |
of which Saturates | 1.0g | 1.6g |
Carbohydrate | 14.2g | 23.3g |
of which Sugars | 9.5g | 15.6g |
Fibre | <0.5g | <0.5g |
Protein | 3.1g | 5.1g |
Salt | 0.15g | 0.25g |
This pack contains 40 portions |
Ingredients
Maize Starch, Salt, Colour (Annatto Norbixin), Flavouring
Allergen Information
May Contain Milk
Allergy Information
May contain Milk.
Dietary Information
Suitable for Vegetarians
Categories
- Brands
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Unbeatable!
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Convenient
Very easy to make and tasty! Perfect on top of crumble. So yummy!
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Amazing!
Really easy to custard, and wow does it taste good! Perfect to smother over your desserts and perfect hot or cold! Really enjoyable!
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Handy
Staple for the kitchen cupboard. Handy to use in baking to give it a more aromatic flavour instead of cornflour.
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Ideal to have in the cupboard
Makes great custard and lots of it! Fairly straightforward to make and this tub will go such a long way in any household. Tasty, sweet and everything you need from a custard to enjoy hot or cold, with your favourite dessert!
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Yummy custard
Easy to make. Really nice tasting custard.Tasted a little too sweet for me but the rest of the family liked it.
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