Banana Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   Reserve 1 banana and 10 to 12 vanilla wafers for garnish. Combine 1/2 cup sugar, flour and salt in top of double boiler. Stir in 4 egg yolks and milk.
2. 2
   Blend well; cook, uncovered, over boiling water, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove from heat; add vanilla.
4. 4
   Spread small amount on bottom of 1 1/2-quart casserole.
5. 5
   Cover with layer of sliced banana.
6. 6
   Pour about 1/3 of custard over banana.
7. 7
   Continue to layer wafers, bananas and custard to make 3 layers of each, ending with custard.
8. 8
   Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry.
9. 9
   Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
10. 10
    Spoon on top of pudding, spreading to cover entire surface, sealing well to edges.
11. 11
    Bake at 425° for 5 minutes or until delicately brown.
12. 12
    Cool slightly or chill.
13. 13
    Just before serving, garnish with banana slices, then wafers, upright around edges of dish.