Old Fashioned Rice Custard

Directions

1. 1
   In top of double boiler, combine rice and 2 cups milk.
2. 2
   Cook over boiling water, stirring occasionally until rice is tender and most of the milk is absorbed, about 45 minutes.
3. 3
   Stir in butter. Beat eggs, blend in sugar, vanilla, salt and remaining 2 cups milk.
4. 4
   Stir into the hot rice mixture.
5. 5
   Pour into a lightly greased 2-quart casserole and top with nutmeg.
6. 6
   Bake at 350° for 50 minutes or until firm.
7. 7
   Serves 6 to 8.