Memaw's Pet Milk Pudding

Ingredients

• 2 cups pet milk
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• Optional: 1/2 cup raisins or currants

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the pet milk, sugar, salt, and cornstarch. Whisk until the cornstarch is dissolved.
2. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
3. In a medium bowl, beat the eggs until light and fluffy.
4. Slowly add the hot milk mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly.
5. Pour the egg-milk mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the pudding thickens, about 5 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and butter.
7. Pour the pudding into a bowl and let cool.
8. If desired, stir in the raisins or currants.
9. Serve warm or chilled.

Interesting Facts

• Pet Milk is a brand of evaporated milk.
• This pudding can be served warm or chilled.
• You can serve this pudding with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.