Egg Custard

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, beat the eggs.
3. 3
   Add the sugar and salt and stir until dissolved.
4. 4
   Stir in the milk, vanilla and nutmeg.
5. 5
   Strain the mixture and pour it into twelve 4-ounce custard cups.
6. 6
   Set the cups in a large roasting pan and place in the oven.
7. 7
   Pour 1 inch of hot water into the roasting pan and bake the custards for about 30 minutes, or until just set.
8. 8
   Remove from the waterbath when cool enough to handle.
9. 9
   Serve warm, at room temperature or chilled.