Ingredients:
1/4 teaspoon salt2 large egg yolks2 cups whole milk1/3 cup granulated sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch2 teaspoons pure vanilla extractWhipped cream, for servingGrated chocolate or ground cinnamon, for garnish (optional)
PREPARATION:
In a medium saucepan, stir together milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.Place the pot over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thickenabout 5 to 7 minutes.In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Gradually add about 1/2 cup of thehot milk mixture to the egg yolks, stirring constantly to temper them.Add the warmed egg yolk mixture to the pot along with the remaining milk mixture, stirringconstantly.Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches a pudding-likeconsistency, about 2-3 minutes.Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.Divide thepudding between individual serving plates or a large serving bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and placethe wrap directly on the surface of the pudding to prevent a crust from forming.Refrigerate the pudding for at least 2 hours or until cold and firm.Before serving, sprinkle each portion with a dollop of whipped cream and, if desired, a pinch of gratedchocolate or ground cinnamon.Enjoy !