Whisk egg and milk in medium sauce pan until blended. Stir in sugar and tapioca. Let stand 5 min.Bring mixed ingredients to a full boil (A boil that does not stop bubbling when stirred). On medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla.Cool 20 minutes. You can leave it out and serve it right after it has sat for 20 min. Again, I put mine in the fridge. Before I put it in the refrigerator or serving it I sprinkle fresh cinnamon on top.
Microwave preparation: combine all ingredients except vanilla and a large microwavable bowl. Let’s stand 5 min. Microwave on high 10-12 min. or until mixture comes to a full boil, stirring every 3 min. Stir in vanilla. Cool 20 min.
Chocolate Tapioca Pudding: prepare as directed, Increasing milk to 3 cups. Sugar to 1/2 cupStand time 20 min.Sir in Semi Sweet Chocolate. Stir. Serve cold or room temperature.