Ingredients
2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup 2% milk1 egg yolk, lightly beaten1-1/2 teaspoons butter1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually stir in milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat.
Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolk; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in butter and vanilla.
Cool for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to dessert dishes. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.