Soft Custard

Directions

1. 1
   Scald together milk and sugar.
2. 2
   Beat eggs until light.
3. 3
   Gradually whisk a little of the hot milk into eggs.
4. 4
   When eggs are warm enough that they will not cook when added to the hot milk gradually whisk eggs into the rest of milk.
5. 5
   Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until custard coats a metal spoon.
6. 6
   Remove from heat and add vanilla.