Cookbook Table of Contents

Plain Custard

Ingredients

4 eggs
1/2 C sugar
1 qt. milk scalded
1/2 t salt
1 t vanilla
sprinkle nutmeg

Preparation

  1. Beat eggs slightly then add sugar, salt and nutmeg.
  2. Then add milk and put in custard cups and put in pan of water.
  3. Cook until solid.
  4. When done, pierce with a knife and if it comes out clean it is done.
  5. Let set until cool.
  6. Cook at 350 degrees for approximately 40 minutes.
  7. It is important not to overcook because it will turn watery.