Tasty Thursday - Homemade Vanilla Pudding

Who doesn't love pudding?? It's definitely on my list of favorite comfort foods. A couple of years ago I abandoned the pretty little packaged box and ventured out to make my own. It proved to be very easy and extremely tasty!

Vanilla Pudding

2 cups milk (someone try it with a non-dairy milk and tell me how it turns out)
1/2 cup sugar (can substitute 1/2 cup maple syrup for a healthier and maple flavored version)
3 Tbl. cornstarch
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 Tbl. butter

Combine all ingredients and cook over medium heat until mixture thickens, stirring constantly. Do not boil as it will scald the milk, a simmer is best. Chill.

Eat with a spoon, use in a trifle, top with whipped cream, the possibilities and delicious ideas are endless!