Grandma's Creamy Tapioca Pudding Recipe - So Easy!

Instructions:

1. Combine tapioca and 1 cup of the milk in the saucepan. Let sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours). This helps soften the pearls.
2. Add the remaining milk, sugar, and salt to the saucepan with the tapioca mixture.
3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a simmer and the tapioca pearls become translucent. This should take about 20-25 minutes.
4. Gradually whisk a small amount (about ½ cup) of the hot tapioca mixture into the beaten eggs to temper them. This prevents the eggs from scrambling when added to the hot mixture.
5. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the pudding thickens slightly. Be careful not to boil!
6. Remove the pudding from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
7. Pour the pudding into individual serving dishes or a large bowl. Let cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. This allows the pudding to fully set.