Boiled Custard

Directions

1. 1
   Beat 1/4 cup sugar into egg yolk.
2. 2
   Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and stir in milk slowly.
3. 3
   Take small amount of mixture and add to 1 tablespoon of flour.
4. 4
   Add to mixture and cook in double boiler until mixture coats spoon, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Cool.
6. 6
   Add dash of salt to egg whites and beat stiff; add remaining 1/4 cup sugar. Beat well and add to custard with vanilla.
7. 7
   Mix thoroughly and chill for 4 hours.
8. 8
   Pile lightly in punch cups.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with freshly grated nutmeg.
10. 10
    Makes 6 to 8 servings.