Maple Custard

4 eggs, separated
3/4 cup chopped nut meats
3/4 cup maple syrup
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 cups milk

Beat together the yolks and the syrup, then add the milk and nuts. Whip the egg whites and salt until stiff. Fold the yolks into the whites. Fill individual custard cups, place in a pan of hot water and bake at 325 degrees until custard is firm.

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