Custard Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Line an unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy duty foil.
2. 2
   Bake at 450 degrees for 8 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove foil, bake 5 minutes longer.
4. 4
   Remove from oven and set aside.
5. 5
   Separate one egg, set white aside.
6. 6
   In a mixing bowl, beat the yolk and remaining eggs lightly.
7. 7
   Blend in sugar, salt, and vanilla.
8. 8
   Stir in milk. Beat reserved egg white until stiff peaks form, fold into egg mixture.
9. 9
   Carefully pour into crust.
10. 10
    Cover edges of pie with foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove foil, bake 15 - 20 minutes longer or until knife inserted near center comes out clean. Cool on rack.
12. 12
    Sprinkle with nutmeg.
13. 13
    Store in refrigerator.