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Mix 1/3 cup sugar and gelatin in the top of a double boiler set over simmering water.
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Slowly stir in milk and stir until sugar and gelatin are completely dissolved.
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Beat the egg yolks until light then blend a bit of the hot mixture into it.
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Add the egg yolk mixture to the gelatin mixture and cook, stirring constantly until thickened.
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Mix in vanilla and then chill until mixture mounds slightly when dropped from a spool.
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Beat eggs whites until they form soft peaks, gradually beat in the remaining 1/3 cup sugar until stiff peaks form.
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Fold the custard mixture into the eggs whites and spoon into 6 goblets and chill until firm.
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If desired, top with fresh fruit or chocolate or butterscotch sauce.