Tapioca Pudding Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Place 1 cup of the milk and the tapioca pearls in a medium saucepan and stir to combine.
2. 2
   Let the pearls soak uncovered at room temperature for 1 hour.
3. 3
   Add the remaining 2 cups of milk, sugar, egg yolks, vanilla seeds, and salt and stir to combine.
4. 4
   Place the pan over medium heat and cook, whisking frequently, until the mixture just comes to a simmer, about 10 minutes (do not let the mixture boil).
5. 5
   Reduce the heat to low and cook, whisking frequently, until the mixture thickens and the tapioca pearls are softened and translucent, about 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Serve warm (the pudding will thicken as it cools).
7. 7
   Place any leftovers in a bowl, press a sheet of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to keep a skin from forming, and refrigerate for up to 2 days.