1/3 c. sugar
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1/8 tsp. salt
2 c. milk
4 egg yolks or 2 whole eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
4 egg whites

Blend the sugar, cornstarch and salt in the upper part of a double boiler. Add milk heated to scalding and cook over hot water, stirring occasionally for 15 minutes. Add the beaten egg yolks, stir until smooth, then continue cooking and stirring for 2 minutes. Remove from the fire and cool. Add the flavoring and pour into a mold to chill. A meringue made from the 4 egg whites may be piled on top and browned in the oven.