Created by Fizzybrat on October 4, 2017
Step 1: In a large stainless steel bowl whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, salt, and egg yolks. Whisk in 1/2 cup of the milk until you have a thick paste.
Step 2: Set aside while you heat the milk.
Step 3: Pour the remaining 2 1/2 cups of milk into the saucepan and bring just to a boil. Gradually pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly, until the mixture is smooth.
Step 4: Transfer the pudding mixture to a clean large, heavy bottomed saucepan and place over medium-low heat.
Step 5: Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to the consistency of mayonnaise. Remove from heat and whisk in the butter and vanilla extract.
Step 6: Pour through the strainer to remove any lumps that may have formed during cooking.
Step 7: Pour into bowls or wine glasses.
Step 8: Garnish each pudding with a large dollop of softly whipped cream.