4 eggs

¾ cup maple syrup

¼ teaspoon vanilla

3 cups milk

pinch of salt

Beat eggs slightly, then beat in milk, maple syrup, salt, and vanilla. Pour into 8 individual custard cups: set cups in a pan of hot water, and bake in 350° oven for about 45 minutes. Test by inserting knife blade in center, if it comes out clean, the custard is done. Cool and serve with maple syrup poured over the custard.