VANILLA PUDDING
If you can start with truly natural dairy - definitely not ultrapasteurized and ideally bought from a farm or a farmers' market- you are really ahead of the game. Real vanilla beans also make a palpable difference. I have stopped making vanilla pudding with vanilla extract. Although the flavor of extract is perfectly acceptable, when the dominant flavor is vanilla, you can really taste the difference if you start with a good bean.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dessert
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put 2 cups of half-and-half or milk, sugar and salt in a small or medium saucepot over medium-low heat. If using a vanilla bean, split in half lengthwise and scrape seeds into milk or half-and-half using small sharp knife, then add pod. Cook just until mixture begins to steam.
- Combine cornstarch and remaining milk or half-and-half in a bowl and blend; there should be no lumps. Fish pod from pot and discard. Add cornstarch mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture starts to thicken and barely reaches a boil, about 5 minutes. Immediately reduce heat to very low and stir for 5 minutes or so until thick. Stir in butter and vanilla extract, if using.
- Pour mixture into a 1-quart dish or 4 to 6 small ramekins or bowls. Put plastic wrap directly on the pudding to prevent formation of a skin, or do not cover if you like skin. Refrigerate until chilled, and serve within a day, with whipped cream if you like. Whisk to remove lumps if needed.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 352, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 136 milligrams, Sugar 40 grams
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[email protected]This recipe was a waste of time and ingredients.
MrBigNo1 MrBigNo1
[email protected]I found this recipe to be too sweet for my taste.
Isabella Akins
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pudding turned out lumpy.
James Morakinyo
[email protected]This recipe is a family favorite. We make it all the time.
Saidat Gangana
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used it as a pie filling, a parfait topping, and even as a dip for fruit.
Moreen Musumenta
[email protected]This is the best vanilla pudding recipe I've ever tried. It's so smooth and creamy.
Habiba Bebo
[email protected]So easy and delicious! I love that I can make it with ingredients I already have on hand.
Rahul Sahani
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I needed a quick and easy dessert for a party and this fit the bill perfectly. It was a huge hit with everyone.
Muhammad Kashif khan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of vanilla pudding, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and fluffy, and the flavor is just right. I love that it's not too sweet.
Bright Muna
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times already and it's always a success. My family and friends love it. It's the perfect comfort food.
Md Ismail khan
[email protected]I've tried many vanilla pudding recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The texture is smooth and creamy, and the flavor is rich and decadent. I love how versatile it is too. I've used it as a pie filling, a parfait topping, and even as a di
Heero HM
[email protected]This vanilla pudding recipe is amazing! It's so easy to follow and the results are incredibly delicious. I love that I can make it with simple ingredients that I already have on hand. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.