Simple protein and nutrition boost at home
2 tbsp Birds custard powder
2 tbsp sugar
4 tbsp skimmed milk powder
1 pint whole milk
Cake or pudding of choice
Add a small amount of milk and stir to make a paste. Once there are no lumps, gradually mix in the remaining milk.
Gently heat up the custard until it thickens nicely. Stir it a spoon or whisk. Try not to let it boil because that can compromise the quality of the protein.
Once the custard is smooth and thick, pour it over your chosen cake. Any remaining custard can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Caryn studied for a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics at the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa, qualifying in 1997. She has worked as a dietitian in both South Africa and the UK since 2000, gaining experience in hospitals, the community and private practice. Since 2013, she has focused her practice in care homes, using her expertise to enhance the well-being of residents. Here she supports placements for dietetic students from London Metropolitan University as well as regularly lecturing at University Collage London on both care home nutrition and nutrition in palliative care.
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