Dutch Cake Or Cracker Pudding - cooking recipe

Ingredients

24 double crackers (2 c.)
3 eggs, separated
1 (3 1/2 oz.) pkg. flaked coconut (optional)
4 c. milk
1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
6 Tbsp. sugar

Preparation

Crush crackers; set aside.
Scald milk over moderate heat or in double boiler.
Beat egg yolks until light.
Add milk slowly to egg yolks, stirring well.
Return to saucepan.
Stir in 1/2 cup sugar and cook, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes.
Add cracker crumbs.
Pour into buttered 7 x 11-inch pan.
Beat egg whites until they hold peaks.
Add 6 tablespoons sugar.
Spread over mixture in baking dish.
Bake in moderate oven until top is golden brown, about 15 minutes.