Cream Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dry ingredients with a small amount of the milk.
2. 2
   Add rest of the milk.
3. 3
   Cook over boiling water (in a double boiler), stirring until thick.
4. 4
   Cover; cook for 15 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.
5. 5
   Add a small amount of the hot mixture to the egg yolks.
6. 6
   Pour back and cook a few minutes longer.
7. 7
   Add butter and vanilla.
8. 8
   Pour filling into baked shell.
9. 9
   Cool slightly; cover with meringue.