Vanilla Pudding and Pie Filling Mix

This is from the Make a Mix cookbook.  It makes a velvety white pudding that is elegant for desserts.  Easy peasy too!  The mix will sit on your shelf for 4 months if you keep it tightly covered. 

Vanilla Pudding and Pie Filling Mix
2 1/3 c. sugar
1 3/4 c. cornstarch
3/4 tsp. salt

In a large bowl, mix all ingredient with a wire whisk until blended.  Store in a 4 cup container with a tight-fitting lid.

To make pudding:
2/3 c. pudding mix
2 1/2 c. milk
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Combine pudding mix and milk in a small saucepan.  Heat over medium heat, stirring until mixture thickens and begins to bubble.  Remove from heat.  Stir in butter and vanilla until blended.  Cover with plastic wrap, cool.
To use for a pie filling: Pour into baked crust and refrigerate for 2 hours or until set.

 Notes: The photo shows warm pudding poured over pound cake and topped with strawberries.
Jenny