Adelaide’s “Famous” Original Banana Pudding
Ingredients
Enjoy this delicious recipe that belonged to Bud’s Best Cookies founder Bud Cason’s mother, Adelaide. Al Cason says of his grandmother, “She was an amazing cook and precious lady.” Don’t forget to use Bud’s Best Vanilla Wafers!
2/3 cup sugar
ÂĽ tsp salt
2 eggs separated
Bud’s Best Vanilla Wafers
ÂĽ cup flour
2 cups milk
1 tsp vanilla flavor
6 ripe bananas, slice (thin)
Instructions
Combine sugar, flour and salt in the top of a double boiler, stir in milk. Cook over boiling water, stirring until thickened. Beat egg yolks and gradually stir into hot mixture. Return to double boiler; cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat, add vanilla. Line one quart casserole with Bud’s Best Vanilla Wafers and top with sliced bananas. Pour portion of custard over bananas. Repeat, ending with custard on top. Beat egg whites stiff but not dry. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar and beat until mixture forms stiff peaks. Pile on top of pudding. Bake in preheated 425°F oven for 5 minutes. Serve warm or chilled. Makes 7 servings.
Submitted by: Bud's Best Cookies
