Baked Custard with Nutmeg (Print-Friendly Format)
Simple baked custard with vanilla and nutmeg for a comforting treat.
# Required Ingredients:
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4 cups whole milk
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4 large eggs
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1/2 cup sugar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Ground nutmeg
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Fresh berries (optional)
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a small saucepan, heat milk until bubbles form around the sides of the pan; remove from heat.
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In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and salt until blended but not foamy.
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Slowly stir the hot milk into the egg mixture. Stir in vanilla extract.
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Pour the egg mixture through a strainer into a 1-1/2-quart round baking dish. Sprinkle with ground nutmeg.
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Place the round baking dish inside a larger baking pan. Place the pan on the oven rack and add very hot water to the larger pan, ensuring the water reaches within 1/2 inch of the top of the round baking dish.
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Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. The custard centers will remain soft and jiggle even after chilling.
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Remove the baking dish from the water bath immediately and place it on a wire rack. Cool for 30 minutes, then refrigerate until cold.
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If desired, serve the chilled custard with fresh berries.
# Additional Information:
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Ensure that the water bath does not overflow into the custard mixture to avoid altering the texture.