There are many types of pudding, but here is a recipe for making a basic vanilla pudding:

Ingredients:

  1. 2 cups whole milk
  2. 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  3. 1/4 cup cornstarch
  4. 1/4 teaspoon salt
  5. 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  6. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter


Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, sugar, cornstarch, and salt until smooth.

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to boil. This will take about 8-10 minutes.

Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, whisking constantly, for an additional 2-3 minutes until the pudding is very thick and smooth.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the vanilla extract and butter until the butter is melted and the pudding is smooth.

Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or one large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming.

Chill the pudding in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until it is completely chilled and set.

You can also experiment with different flavors by adding ingredients like chocolate, fruit purees, or spices to the pudding mixture before cooking. Enjoy your delicious homemade pudding!