Instructions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan.
2. 2
   Add milk gradually.
3. 3
   Cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until bubbly.
4. 4
   Cook and stir an additional 2 minutes and remove from burner.
5. 5
   Stir small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks, then immediately add egg yolk mixture to hot mixture and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Remove from heat.
7. 7
   Add butter and vanilla and stir until smooth.
8. 8
   Slice bananas into the cooled baked pastry shell.
9. 9
   Top with pudding mixture and spread meringue (if desired) on top of the pie.
10. 10
    Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes.
11. 11
    Cool before serving.