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Separate the yolks from the whites of 3 eggs.
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Set aside the whites.
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In the top of a double boiler, whisk together 1/2 cup of the sugar, the flour, and the salt.
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Stir in the whole egg and the 3 yolks, and then stir in the milk.
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Cook uncovered, stirring often, for about 10 minutes, or until the mixture thickens.
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Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.
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Preheat the oven to 425F.
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Spread a thin layer of pudding in a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
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Arrange a layer of vanilla wafers on top of the pudding.
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Thinly slice the bananas crosswise, about 1/8 inch thick, and arrange a layer of banana slices over the wafers.
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Spread one-third of the remaining pudding over the bananas and continue layering wafers, bananas, and pudding, ending with pudding.
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To make the meringue, beat the reserved egg whites with a pinch of salt until they are stiff.
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Gradually beat in the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and continue beating until the whites will not slide out of the mixing bowl when it is tilted.
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Spread the meringue over the pudding with a spatula, making a few decorative peaks on top, and bake for 5 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly browned.
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Wait, if you can, to allow the wafers to become soft before serving.
