Baked Custard - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
2 c. scalded milk
1 tsp. vanilla extract
ground nutmeg

Preparation

Combine eggs, sugar and salt.
Slowly add milk and vanilla, blending well.
Pour mixture into a 1-quart casserole or individual custard cups; sprinkle with nutmeg.
Place casserole or cups in a shallow pan with a small amount of water.
Bake at 325\u00b0 for 30 to 40 minutes, or until knife inserted halfway between center and edge comes out clean.
Serve warm or chilled.
Yields 4 servings.