Heat the milk and cream in a small heavy-based saucepan over low heat to simmering point.
Using an electric mixer, whisk the egg yolks and caster sugar in a heatproof bowl for 5 minutes or until pale and creamy. Slowly add the hot milk mixture, then whisk to combine.
Sit the bowl over a bain marie, making sure the bowl does not touch the simmering water,
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