Southern custard pie is a plain pie with exacting rules: eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and nutmeg must be mixed gently and baked with restraint to keep the filling smooth and softly set. This guide explains the method, common faults, and the signs of proper doneness so the pie slices cleanly without turning rubbery.
Essential Concepts
Eggs, milk, sugar, gentle heat.
Do not overmix.
Bake until the center wobbles.
Cool fully before slicing.
Nutmeg matters. Blind bake the crust.