Boiled Custard

Directions

1. 1
   Scald the milk and shortening or butter in double boiler or over hot water.
2. 2
   Beat egg yolks (or eggs) and sugar together until light.
3. 3
   Pour scalded milk on the eggs and sugar and stir until well mixed.
4. 4
   Return to boiler; cook until custard coats the spoon, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Remove at once from heat; cool.
6. 6
   Add vanilla and salt.
7. 7
   Custard must be very carefully cooked.
8. 8
   If not cooked enough, it will be too thin and if cooked too long, it will separate.
9. 9
   It is very delicious served on ice cream or try putting a dip of ice cream in a bowl of custard.