Cornstarch Tamal

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   In a medium nonstick pot, add the milk, butter, sugar, and vanilla.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Bring the milk mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   In a large bowl, combine the beaten eggs and cornstarch and mix well.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Slowly add 1 cup of the milk mixture to the egg mixture, mixing constantly to temper the eggs.

6. 6
   Step 6:

   Continue adding more of the milk mixture until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.

7. 7
   Step 7:

   Slowly add the mixture back to the pot, mixing constantly with a wooden spoon.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Cook and stir for a few more minutes, until the mixture thickens and a spoon drawn across the bottom of the pot leaves a line that separates the mixture.

9. 9
   Step 9:

   Remove from the heat and pour into an ungreased 11-by-8-inch Pyrex dish.

10. 10
    Step 10:

    Cover with foil and bake for approximately 50 minutes.

    50 min
11. 11
    Step 11:

    Remove the foil after 30 minutes of baking to allow the top to become lightly browned.

    30 min
12. 12
    Step 12:

    Cool completely before serving.