Hot Almond Paste

Serves 4

Ingredients
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup canned milk
1 teaspoon pure almond extract

Cooking Method

1. In a saucepan, place 3 cups boiling water.
2. Keep water boiling and add 3/4 cup sugar.
3. In a bowl, mix into a smooth paste 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1/4 cup cold water.
4. Bring sugar and water to a boil and gradually add cornstarch paste while stirring constantly. Turn off fire.
5. Add 1/2 cup canned milk and 1 teaspoon pure almond extract.
6. Continue to stir until well blended. Serve very hot.

     Hung Ngon Woo is usually served in small bowls as a dessert after a Chinese banquet, and is very sweet. Try it with reduced amounts of sugar to suit your taste.

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