CRUST:

1/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening
3-4 tbsp. water

CUSTARD:

4 eggs
3/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
2 c. milk

Mix together flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cut in shortening until pieces are size of small peas. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon water over part of mixture; gently toss with fork. Push to side of bowl. Repeat until all is moistened. Form dough into a ball. Roll out and line a 9-inch pie plate.

FILLING: Beat eggs "slightly" with a fork. Stir in sugar, vanilla, 1/4 teaspoon salt and nutmeg. Gradually stir in milk; mix well. Place pie shell on oven rack; pour in filling. Bake in 425 degree oven for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until knife blade comes out clean. Cool completely.