Preheat the oven to 375˚F.
Beat the eggs slightly. Add the sugar, salt and vanilla; whisking constantly, slowly add the scalded milk.
Strain the mixture into the custard cups (I needed 7 cups); grate nutmeg over each custard, and place in a pan containing hot water. The water should cover the cups up to the level of the custard.
Bake for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center of the custard comes out clean.
