How to Make Basic Vanilla Pudding

Gather the ingredients. The Spruce Scald 2 2/3 cups of the milk. The Spruce In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch, sugar, and salt. The Spruce Stir in the remaining 1/3 cup milk. The Spruce Add to the scalded milk and cook over low heat, constantly stirring, until thickened and smooth. The Spruce Continue cooking for about 5 minutes to cook cornstarch thoroughly. The Spruce Cool slightly and then stir in vanilla. The Spruce Pour into serving dishes. The Spruce Enjoy!