Tapioca Pudding Parfaits

Directions

1. 1
   Fill a large bowl with ice water and set aside.
2. 2
   Mix the sugar, tapioca, milk and egg yolks together in a medium saucepan.
3. 3
   Cook on medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a full boil.
4. 4
   Remove from heat, transfer the pudding to a medium bowl, and set in the ice bath.
5. 5
   Chill for at least 1 hour or until pudding cools completely.
6. 6
   To prepare the parfaits: place 3 tablespoons tapioca in a small parfait glass.
7. 7
   Spread one tablespoon of sauce or preserves over the tapioca.
8. 8
   Top with 3 more tablespoons tapioca and 1 more tablespoon sauce or preserves.
9. 9
   Finish with a final layer of 2 tablespoons tapioca.
10. 10
    Repeat with 5 more parfait dishes and garnish with nuts, candies, chocolate pieces, or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.