What is bird custard made of?
                                
                                
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                                Did you know that Bird's custard was invented in 1837 for a woman with an egg allergy? This classic British dessert staple, and its distinctive yellow colour, is not what most people would consider "traditional" egg-based custard, but rather a simple-to-make, cornflour-based alternative.