1 qt. milk
8 eggs
1 c. sugar
2 tsp. vanilla extract

Bring the milk to a boil. Beat eggs, vanilla extract and sugar thoroughly. Add the hot milk, stirring constantly and strain.

To caramelize sugar: Heat 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water in a heavy pan. Cook until mixture is golden brown.

Pour the caramelized sugar into 8 custard cups. Place the cups in a pan of hot water and pour the custard into the custard cups. Poach in oven at 325 degrees for 40 minutes or until firm. Refrigerate and serve chilled.