Old-fashioned large pearl tapioca is ideal for making creamy puddings. Finally, you can make the same kind of tapioca pudding that Grandma used to make. Classic tapioca pudding is one of our go-to comfort foods. It may require some attention and care to make, but it’s fun and enjoyable. The end result is worth it every time.

Large pearl tapioca: Size #40, 1/5” diameter

How to Make Tapioca Pudding (Recipe)

Soak 1/2 cup of tapioca overnight in 1 1/2 cups cold water. Mix 1 qt. milk and 3/4 cup sugar. Bring to boil. Drain water off tapioca, add tapioca to milk. Cook and stir till tapioca is clear (at least 30 min.). Then combine 3 beaten eggs, 3/4 cup sugar and 3/4 tsp. vanilla. Add to above mixture and bring to a full boil. Makes about 2 quarts.