Instructions: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Mix together eggs, sugar, salt and nutmeg. Add hot milk and vanilla, if using. Pour into prepared 9-inch pie pan. Bake at 450 degrees F for 15 minutes then reduce the heat to 350 degrees F. Bake pie a total of 25 to 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool.

Fudge Topping: Just before serving mix together powdered sugar, salt and cream. Blend in melted chocolate and melted butter. Spread over cooled custard. Refrigerate any leftover pie.

Makes 1) 9-inch pie.

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