Baked Egg Custard with Gruyère and Chives

Directions

1. 1.

   Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Butter a 2-quart shallow baking dish (2 inches deep).

2. 2.

   Sprinkle Gruyère and chives evenly in dish.

3. 3.

   Blend eggs, milk, cream cheese, and nutmeg in a blender with 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth.

4. 4.

   Pour egg mixture over Gruyère and chives in dish and bake until puffed, set, and golden, 35 to 45 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.