Coffee Custard

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1/4 cup brewed coffee (strong)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Heat milk in a saucepan until steaming. Remove from heat.
2. Whisk egg yolks with sugar until smooth and thick.
3. Gradually whisk hot milk into the egg mixture.
4. Return to saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
5. Stir in brewed coffee and vanilla extract.
6. Strain, let cool, and refrigerate.