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Preheat oven at 425 degrees F.
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Combine flour, 1-1/3 cups sugar and salt in a heavy sauce pan.
3
Beat egg yolks; combine egg yolks and milk, mixing well.
4
Stir into dry ingredients; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened.
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Remove from heat; stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla.
6
Layer one-third of wafers in a 3-quart baking dish.
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Slice bananas, and layer over wafers.
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Pour one-third of custard over bananas.
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Repeat layers twice. Beat egg whites (at room temperature) until foamy.
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Gradually add 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
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Add 1 teaspoon vanilla, and beat until blended.
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Spread meringue over custard, sealing edges of dish.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.