Then let it cool, stirring occasionally.

Cut the cakes in halves; spread them with jam; place them on a dish alternately with the ratafias.

Pour the custard over them, and set aside until quite cold. Decorate with the white of egg beaten stiffly.

[Boiled Custard.]

Method.—Boil the milk with the sugar.

Beat the yolks lightly.

Pour the milk (not too hot) on them, stirring all the time.

Strain the custard into a jug, which must be placed in a saucepan of boiling water.

Stir until it coats the spoon.