Peanut Butter Pudding

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 4 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup Half-and-Half or cream
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually stir in milk and Half-and-Half; bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.
2. Remove from the heat; stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Pour into serving dishes; refrigerate.
4. Garnish with whipped cream if desired.