Boiled Custard

Directions

1. 1
   Separate 6 eggs and save whites to use on top.
2. 2
   Place milk over heat in double boiler or in kettle over pan of water.
3. 3
   Heat until lukewarm.
4. 4
   Take out 1 pint milk to which you add eggs, sugar, salt and cornstarch, which have been mixed well.
5. 5
   Strain the mixture as you pour back into the remaining milk over heat. Cook until the mixture begins to thicken and a few bubbles begin to form around side of kettle.
6. 6
   Never boil.
7. 7
   Remove from heat. Flavor with nutmeg, lemon or vanilla to taste.
8. 8
   Beat and add 12 tablespoons sugar to egg whites.
9. 9
   Beat until stiff.
10. 10
    Fold in on top of custard while still warm.