BANANA CREAM PIE 
1 (9") baked pastry shell
3 tbsp. cornstarch
1 2/3 c. water
1 (14 oz.) can Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
3 egg yolks, beaten
2 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla extract
3 med. bananas, sliced & dipped in lemon juice & drained
Whipped cream

In heavy saucepan, dissolve cornstarch in water; stir in sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Remove from heat; add butter and vanilla. Cool slightly. Arrange 2 bananas on bottom of prepared pastry shell. Pour filling over bananas; cover. Chill 4 hours or until set. Spread top with whipped cream; garnish with remaining banana slices. Refrigerate leftovers.

MICROWAVE: In 2 quart glass measure, combine cornstarch, water, sweetened condensed milk, and egg yolks as above. Cook on 100% power (high) 5 to 6 minutes, stirring after 3 minutes then after each minute until thickened. Proceed as above.

Microwave ovens vary in wattage and power output; cooking times may need to be adjusted.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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