Baked Custard

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk in the top of a double boiler; cool slightly.
2. 2
   Beat eggs thoroughly.
3. 3
   Add salt, sugar and vanilla.
4. 4
   Pour slowly into the hot milk, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Pour into a 10 x 5 x 3-inch glass baking dish.
6. 6
   Set the dish in a slightly larger pan with 1 inch of water in the bottom.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until a silver knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. 8
   Serves 8.