Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1/2 cup uncooked barley
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 cup golden raisin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Method

  • In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in barley and salt. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add milk; cook over medium heat for 10 minutes or until barley is almost tender, stirring frequently.
  • In a bowl, whisk the cream, sugar, eggs and vanilla; gradually stir into the barley mixture.
  • Spoon into eight greased 6 ounce custard cups. Sprinkle with raisins and cinnamon. Place custard cups in baking pans. Fill pan with one inch of boiling water.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.