Alright, let’s talk about this here banana cinnamon puddin’. You know, the kind that just makes your belly feel all warm and happy? Yeah, that’s the one. I ain’t no fancy chef or nothin’, but I can whip up a puddin’ that’ll make you slap your grandma!
What you’ll be needin’:
- A bunch of ripe bananas. Don’t get them green ones, they ain’t no good for puddin’. Gotta be yellow, maybe even a little spotty – that’s when they’re sweet, you see.
- Some milk. I use whole milk, ‘cause that’s what makes it creamy, but you can use whatever you got, I guess.
- A box of vanilla puddin’ mix. Yeah, the instant kind. Ain’t nobody got time to be slavin’ over a hot stove all day.
- Some cinnamon. This is the secret weapon, y’all. Makes it taste all warm and cozy.
- A box of them vanilla wafers. You know, the little cookies? They soak up all that puddin’ goodness.
- A bit of whipped cream if you’re feelin’ fancy. But it’s good without it too.
Alright, let’s get to cookin’:
First thing you gotta do is mash up them bananas. I just use a fork, nothin’ fancy. Mash ‘em up good, but don’t make ‘em too mushy. You want some chunks in there, you know? Texture is everything, folks. You don’t want to eat baby food, do you? It is not like we do not have teeth.
Then, you gotta make the puddin’. Just follow the directions on the box, it’s easy peasy. Pour the milk in a bowl, add the puddin’ mix, and whisk it up good. It’ll get thick and creamy real quick. If you got some youngins around, let them do the stirring, they love that kind of stuff. Keeps them busy and out of your hair for five minutes.
Now, here comes the magic. Stir in a good spoonful of cinnamon. Maybe two, if you’re like me and love that cinnamon taste. Don’t be shy with it, it won’t hurt nothin’. And then, you dump in them mashed bananas. Mix it all together real good.
Next, you gotta layer it up. Get yourself a nice big dish, and put a layer of vanilla wafers on the bottom. Then, you spoon half of that puddin’ mixture on top. Spread it out nice and even. Then, you put another layer of vanilla wafers, and then the rest of the puddin’. See? Easy as pie. Well, easier than pie, actually, ‘cause pie crust is a pain in the butt.
Now, you gotta let it sit for a while. At least an hour, but longer is better. Them vanilla wafers gotta soak up all that puddin’ and get all soft and yummy. You can put it in the fridge, if you want, but I just leave it on the counter. It ain’t gonna spoil or nothin’. And if you put it in the fridge, it will be too cold to eat, nobody likes cold banana pudding. It just ain’t right.
And that’s it, y’all. Banana cinnamon puddin’. It ain’t fancy, but it’s good. Real good. It’s the kind of dessert that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Like a hug from your grandma, you know? It is perfect for any time really, after supper, or a potluck, or just because you are feeling like it. So go on, make yourself some puddin’. You won’t regret it.
And if you are feeling extra wild, top it with some whipped cream before you serve it. Makes it look all pretty and adds a little somethin’ extra. But it’s good without it too, don’t you worry. The most important thing is that it tastes good, and this here puddin’ tastes mighty good, let me tell you. And if you don’t like it, well, more for me, I say.
Now go on, get to the store, get what you need, and try it yourself. It ain’t hard. Even you city folks can do it. And I bet you gonna be lovin’ it as much as I do. This here recipe is a keeper, that’s for sure. I have been making it for years and years and my grandbabies still ask for it, so you know it must be something special. It is just plain good food, the kind that sticks to your ribs and makes your soul happy.
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