Classic Egg Custard Recipe

This old-time egg custard recipe is a classic dessert that is rich, creamy, and nostalgic. Made with simple ingredients like eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla, this custard is baked to perfection, creating a velvety smooth texture and a luscious vanilla flavor. It's a dessert that brings back memories of grandma's kitchen and is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Ground nutmeg for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. In a medium-sized bowl, beat the eggs.
3. Add sugar, salt, and vanilla extract to the beaten eggs. Mix well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
4. Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring it to a simmer, but do not let it boil.
5. Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
6. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps or air bubbles.
7. Pour the custard mixture into individual ramekins or a large baking dish.
8. Place the ramekins or baking dish in a larger baking pan filled with hot water, creating a water bath.
9. Sprinkle a little ground nutmeg on top of each custard for added flavor.
10. Carefully transfer the water bath into the preheated oven.
11. Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
12. Remove the custard from the oven and let it cool in the water bath for about 10 minutes.
13. Once cooled, transfer the custard to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
14. Serve the chilled custard on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream and enjoy!

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