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custard

[kuhs-terd] / ˈkʌs tərd /
NOUN
pudding
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NOUN
pudding
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The atemoya, a hybrid of different custard apple species with creamy white flesh encased in a rough green exterior, is a specialty of Taiwan's Taitung county.

From BBC Jun. 22, 2026

Arley Harriman, a retired advertising executive living in Delavan, Wisc., said she loves Culver’s service and cleanliness, plus the quality of its cod sandwiches and custard ice cream.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 19, 2026

While custard apples can survive in dry conditions, there are challenges to growing them.

From BBC May 25, 2026

Add the brioche to the custard mixture and gently toss to coat.

From Salon May 25, 2026

It turns out that custard can taste really, really depressing when you’re not in the mood for it.

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle

From cakes and pies, “Ready for Dessert” moves on to custards and soufflés; frozen desserts; cookies and candies; and basics, such as sauces, creams, etc.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 21, 2025

Hernandez, who earned her certificate this spring, has already found a job preparing custards and other items for a cafe and caterer.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2025

Before long, I saw Earl Grey ice cream, custards, macarons and other sweets around town.

From Seattle Times Aug. 15, 2023

But that's a really good example of even when say it's a fail, it's because the pastry's not quite crispy enough, or the custards a bit overcooked, it's still perfectly edible.

From Salon May 29, 2023

He peered through his eyeglasses at the new arrangements of furniture, the decorative gold and red banners, the guestbook, the teacups and egg custards set on a table near his desk.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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