Old Fashioned Custard Pie Recipe

There is something about the simplicity of an Old Fashioned Custard Pie that just spells comfort to me. It features a rich and creamy nutmeg scented custard nestled inside a flaky crust. Our Thanksgiving table wouldn’t be complete without it!

There is nothing quite like a good custard, and this pie really delivers!! It’s sweet, creamy, and bakes up perfectly.

Yield: 8 SERVINGS

Old Fashioned Custard Pie Recipe

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There is something about the simplicity of an Old Fashioned Custard Pie that just spells comfort to me. It features a rich and creamy nutmeg scented custard nestled inside a flaky crust. Our Thanksgiving table wouldn't be complete without it!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 unbaked pie shell (I use Marie Callendar's deep dish)
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
• 2-2/3 cups of milk
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees. Beat your eggs slightly, then add sugar, salt, nutmeg, vanilla, and milk. Beat well and pour into the unbaked pie shell. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from oven and cool. Sprinkle the top of pie with fresh ground nutmeg and serve.

Recipe and Photo: Elway Trophy

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