Boiled Custard

Ingredients

• essence of your choice (to taste)
• 1 quart (4 cups) boiling water
• nutmeg (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a jar or jug, combine the ingredients as for baked custard, omitting lime juice and adding essence.

2. Place the jar in a saucepan of boiling water.

3. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens and coats the spoon.

4. Remove from heat and continue stirring for a few minutes to prevent curdling.

5. Pour into glasses or cups and grate nutmeg on top.

6. Serve cold.