Berries With Creme Anglaise and Whipped Cream

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Beat the yolks with the sugar and salt in the top of a double boiler, add the milk and cook over simmering water, stirring constantly until the mixture is thickened and smooth. Cool, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming on top. Refrigerate.

2. Step 2

   Whip the cream, adding the sugar and vanilla near the end of the process.

3. Step 3

   Combine the custard mixture and the whipped cream, folding them together until blended.

4. Step 4

   Serve over the berries, or fold the berries into the cream mixture in the manner of a Fool. Alternatively, serve berries and cream separately for hand-dipping at the table.