Manjar Blanco (Milk Pudding)

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the milk and vanilla bean in a heavy, enameled saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to very low and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring and scraping the bottom of the pan to prevent sticking.
3. 3
   The milk should thicken to the consistency of hot fudge.
4. 4
   Remove from the heat, remove vanilla bean and beat the mixture with a spoon for a few seconds.
5. 5
   Let cool.