A rich and cream pudding that reminds you of the days when grandma used to make this for you.
- 1/3 cup of sugar
- 2 Tbsp plus 1-1/2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/8 tsp sugar
- 2 cups whole milk or half and half
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Mix sugar cornstarch and salt in a heavy saucepan.
Gradually stir in 1/3 cup of whole milk (or half and half), making a smooth, runny paste.
Whisk in remaining 1-2/3 cups of milk. Stirring constantly, heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to thicken. Reduce the heat to low, stirring briskly, and bring it to a simmer, then cook for 1 minute.
Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.
Pour the pudding into a bowl or individual cups, cover with plastic wrap (directly on the surface), and chill until ready to eat.
