Almond Amaretto Filling

Ingredients

1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
5 teaspoon cornstarch
1 cup milk
2 tablespoon amaretto liqueur*

Directions

Combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt in saucepan. In a separate bowl beat eggs and mix together with milk; stir into dry mixture. Cook over medium heat, Stirring constantly, until thick and bubbling. Cook for 2 minutes more. Remove from heat, add almond liqueur and stir well. Cover surface of filling with plastic wrap to prevent film from forming. Stir completely before using.

Substitution

* If you do not wish to use Amaretto, see Alcohol Cooking Substitutions chart for Amaretto substitutions.