Mix granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt well.

Store airtight in a cool, dry place.

For chocolate pudding mix, add cocoa and sugar to the basic mix.

For butterscotch pudding mix, substitute dark brown sugar for granulated sugar.

To make vanilla pudding, blend vanilla pudding mix and milk in a saucepan.

Stir over medium heat until mixture thickens and boils; boil for 1 minute.

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.

Pour into custard cups or dessert dishes.

Chill for at least 30 minutes.

For chocolate pudding, use chocolate pudding mix and prepare as above.

For butterscotch pudding, use butterscotch pudding mix and add butter with vanilla.