Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180ºC/350ºF/gas mark 4.

Step 2

Heat the milk, vanilla essence and sugar in a small pan until nearly boiling, then pour the mixture over the beaten egg, stirring continuously.

Step 3

Strain the mixture through a sieve into a 600ml (1 pint) ovenproof dish.

Step 4

Sprinkle over a little nutmeg, then bake for 50-60 mins until set.

Step 5

Serve with stewed or tinned fruit.