To test a baked custard for doneness, you must insert a thin-bladed knife about an inch or two from the center, rather than directly into the center. Why is this done?
A) Piercing the center of a custard will leave a large, unsightly hole.
B) The custard will fall if it is pierced in the center at the end of its baking time.
C) The center will continue to cook for a few minutes after the custard has been removed from the oven.
D) all of these

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The center of the custard continues to cook from residual heat after being removed from the oven, so testing near the center ensures it is not overcooked.

To Test a Baked Custard for Doneness, You Must Insert