Steamed Custard Recipe 2

Ingredients for Steamed Custard

• 1 egg and 1 extra yolk
• ¼ teaspoon of salt
• 3 level tablespoons of sugar
• 1 cup of milk

Instructions

1. Beat the eggs, add the sugar and salt and beat again; add the milk, mix thoroughly and turn into two custard cups; set in a steamer over boiling water, cover and let cook until firm.
2. The water should not boil during the cooking.
3. A double boiler may replace the steamer or the cups may be set in a pan of water in the oven or on top of the range.
4. Finish while hot by grating a little nutmeg over the top of the custards.