Versatile Pudding Mix
| 5 quarts instant nonfat dry milk powder | 3½ cups sugar |
| 1¾ cups cornstarch | 2¼ teaspoons salt |
Additional Ingredients for Vanilla Pudding:
2 cups water, 1 whole egg yolk -- lightly beaten, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients for Chocolate Pudding: ¼ cup baking cocoa, 2 cups water, 1 whole egg yolk -- lightly beaten, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
In large bowl, whisk together the first 4 ingredients. Store in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag for up to 1 year.
Yield: about 10 batches (21 cups total)
To prepare VANILLA PUDDING: -- In a saucepan, combine 2 cups pudding mix and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. Gradually stir about 1 cup hot mixture into egg yolk; return all to the pan. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour into dessert dishes. Refrigerate.
Yield: 6 servings per batch.
To prepare CHOCOLATE PUDDING: -- Add the cocoa to 2 cups pudding mix. Prepare according to directions for vanilla pudding.
Yield: 6 servings per batch.