1

In the saucepan of a double boiler, mix flour, 1 cup sugar, and salt; add water to make a smooth paste in the bottom of the pan.

2

Beat egg yolks and milk together and add to paste. Place over simmering water and stir constantly until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Remove from heat and add butter and vanilla.

3

Pour in a 2 quart pyrex that has been buttered and layered with vanilla wafers and then bananas.

4

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

5

Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in the sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form. Spread over the pudding and bake until golden.