Difficulty | Serves 10 | Book 2
Method
Preheat oven 180ºC fan forced.
- Beat eggs and whites, sugar and vanilla essence 30 seconds using an electric beater.
- Add milk and beat again for 1 minute.
- Pour into a casserole dish (23cm), sprinkle sultanas over egg mixture (optional).
- Spread margarine and jam over each slice of bread then cut each slice in two. Place on top of custard then push gently into mix to coat bread with egg mix. Sprinkle a generous amount of nutmeg over top.
- Place into a baking tray that has been half filled with water. Bake 1 hour or until firm to touch in centre.
Not suitable to be frozen.
NOTE: An adapted version of this recipe is also in Cooking for 1 or 2 people
Dietitian's tip
A satisfying dessert that has a low glycaemic index, is high in fibre and low in fat making it a great choice for people with diabetes.