2 c. milk
1/3 c. sugar
1 tbsp. cornstarch
1 egg, beaten
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla or almond

Combine all ingredients, except flavoring, in a heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Off heat add flavoring and cool. Don't overcook. Will curdle. Serve with jelly or fresh fruit or chocolate sauce.

Or pour custard over pieces of stale cake and sliced bananas. Or pour over chocolate cake.