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Horry County Museum
Traditional Recipes
Southern Style – April 7, 2002
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Boiled Custard
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6 large egg yolks
1 cup sugar
pinch of salt
2 cups scalded milk
flavoring – 1 teaspoon rum, bourbon; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon or orange zest; or 1/4 teaspoon 
vanilla bean seeds.

In a double boiler, beat the egg yolks, sugar and salt together until very smooth.  Gradually add 
the scalded milk, stirring constantly.  Place top over simmering water and stir constantly until 
mixture begins to thicken.  Add flavoring of choice.  Sauce may be served warm or cold.