Dulce di Lechi (sweet milk dessert, Curaçao)

Instructions

1. Put the milk, sugar, cinnamon stick and salt into a large heavy-based saucepan.
2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring, then lower the heat and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes without letting it boil.
3. Dissolve the cornflour in the 3 tablespoons of cold milk until you have a smooth cream, without lumps.
4. Pour this mixture into the pan while whisking, then let it thicken for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Remove the cinnamon stick, then add the vanilla, nutmeg and butter, and stir until the butter has melted.
6. Pour into an oven dish or lightly oiled ramekins, let cool for 10 minutes, then refrigerate for 2 hours.
7. When serving, dust with ground cinnamon if you like.