Instructions

• For the pudding:
• In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, and 1/4 tsp of salt.
• Gradually stir in 3 cups of milk and cook over medium heat until thickened.
• In a separate bowl, beat 8 eggs and slowly add a small amount of the hot mixture to temper the eggs.
• Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp of butter and 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
• Let the pudding cool slightly.
• For the layers:
• In a serving dish, layer vanilla wafers, sliced bananas, and the homemade vanilla pudding.
• Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of pudding on top.
• For the meringue:
• In a mixing bowl, beat 8 egg whites with 1 tsp of cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
• Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
• Spread the meringue over the pudding, making sure to seal the edges.
• Bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes or until the meringue is lightly browned.
• For the pudding:
• In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 1/2 cups of flour, and 1/4 tsp of salt.
• Gradually stir in 3 cups of milk and cook over medium heat until thickened.
• In a separate bowl, beat 8 eggs and gradually stir in a small amount of the hot mixture to temper the eggs.
• Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring constantly.
• Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp of butter and 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
• Let the pudding cool slightly.
• For the layers:
• Layer the bottom of a dish with vanilla wafers.
• Slice 6 bananas and layer them on top of the wafers.
• Pour the pudding over the bananas and wafers.
• For the meringue:
• In a bowl, beat 8 egg whites with 1 tsp of cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
• Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
• Spread the meringue over the pudding, sealing the edges.
• Bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown.