Step 1

Combine the milk, butter and brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a medium-sized saucepan.

Step 2

Place it over medium heat until it is hot to the touch. DON'T LET IT BOIL.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, pour in half the milk mixture from the saucepan and add the cornstarch.

Step 4

Whisk vigorously, until the cornstarch is dissolved.

Step 5

Pour the cornstarch mixture back into the pan and return it to the heat.

Step 6

Let the mixture come almost to a boil, whisking frequently.

Step 7

Lower the temperature to simmer and cook for five minutes, whisking often. It will become thick and shiny.

Step 8

Pour the pudding in a serving bowl and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 9

Once it has cooled, cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator until cold.