Steps to Make an Old-Fashioned Custard Pie
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Step 1: Heat the oven to 350°F.
Step 2: In a medium-sized bowl, using a hand mixer or whisk, beat the eggs slightly. Add in sugar, salt, nutmeg, milk, and vanilla and beat well until combined (mixture will be somewhat thin).
Step 3: Carefully pour the liquid into the pie shell that hasn’t been baked yet, and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
Step 4: Take the dish out of the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
Step 5: When the pie has completely cooled, sprinkle it with nutmeg, cut it into pieces, and serve.
Tips for Making the Perfect Custard Pie
Before baking, brush the edges of the crust with a mixture of 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of milk. This will help the top brown nicely.
Even though it might be tempting, don’t open the oven before the timer goes off. This lets heat escape, which can change the final result.
Not enough freshly ground nutmeg? For this dish, already ground will work just fine.
