In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, milk powder and salt. FYI you can use safe baby formula too. I've used both Neocate and Nutramagin formulas in the past

Cut open the vanilla pods and scrape out the seeds. Whisk them into the sugar mix

Pour into a large enough screw top jar. Cut each pod in half and add to the jar. Seal and shake and store in a cool, dry place

To make into pudding, use 480mls of hemp, oat or coconut milk (2 cups) to 120g (1/2 cup) of the dry mix. Bring to the boil in a saucepan, then turn to a simmer whisking well throughout to avoid lumps forming

When the pudding is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon it's ready. Let stand 5 minutes before serving

Variations : For other flavours omit the vanilla and add 3 tbsp cocoa powder for chocolate. Change the sugar to brown for butterscotch. Mash half a banana into the pan for banana flavour. Use nesquick strawberry milkshake powder (it's dairy-free) for strawberry to taste