GREAT-GRANDMA MARY’S BANANA PUDDING DESSERT

2 3-ounce packages cook-and-serve vanilla pudding

4 cups milk

1 box vanilla wafers

4 bananas, sliced

Meringue:

4 egg whites

8 tablespoons powdered sugar

Cook pudding according to package directions and set aside. In a 2- or 3-quart ovenproof dish, layer vanilla wafers, bananas and pudding. Repeat layers 1-2 times, ending with pudding on top. For the meringue, beat egg whites and gradually add sugar. Beat until peaks form. Spread meringue on top of pudding. Be sure to spread meringue to the edge of the dish. Bake at 350 degrees until delicate brown, approximately 20 minutes.