2/3 c. sugar
3 tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
3 c. milk

Mix first 3 ingredients in pan. Stir in milk. Cook over low heat until thickens - remove from heat and add 3 beaten egg yolks to some of the cooked mixture. Mix well and add to the rest and continue cooking 1 minute. Add 1 tablespoon butter and 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla. Cool. Pour into crust and top with meringue.

CHOCOLATE CREAM PIE:

Recipe above except use 1 1/2 cups sugar and 3 squares unsweetened chocolate or 1/2 cup cocoa.