Instructions: * 3 Eggs, well beaten
* OR
** 6 egg yolks
*

In the top of a double boiler or heavy saucepan, combine eggs, sugar and salt. Gradually and half-N-half. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture coats metal spoon, about 6 minutes. DO NOT BOIL. Remove from heat; stir in 2 Tbsp orange juice. Cover; refrigerate until cool. 4 Servings.

VARIATION: Floating Island Custard. Pour soft custard into 4 individual baking dishes or custard cups. To prepare meringues, beat 2 egg whites and 1/8 salt until foamy. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar, beating constantly until stiff peaks form. Float spoonfuls of meringue on each custard. Broil 1 to 2 minutes or until tips meringue are golden brown.

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