3 c. milk
3 egg yolks
1 c. sugar
1/8 tsp. salt
3 tbsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. vanilla

Scald milk in top of double boiler over direct heat. Meanwhile in a small bowl combine beaten egg yolks, sugar, salt and cornstarch. Pour about 1/2 cup of scalded milk over egg mixture. Stirring to blend. Return egg mixture to remaining milk in top of double boiler and set top in place over boiling water. Cook until mixture is smooth and thickened.

This can be used as banana pudding. Layer vanilla wafers and bananas along with pudding.