Ruby Tandoh’s recipe for instant custard creme brulee

This storecupboard essential forms the base for a no-fuss – and nearly instant – version of this classic puddingIt’s not uncommon for me to step out into the world dressed up like a tin of Bird’s custard powder, decked out in primary red, yellow and blue. Of all the icons I could copy, of all the causes I could espouse, I’ve forged myself in the image of Britain’s most beloved eggless cornflour custard mix. I love this stuff: I love that if you have a tub of i