Noted & thanks. I also saw in some recipes a technique called “tempering” eggs to create puddings’ bases. I might try that route too... (I like to experiment with recipes - sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t - hahaha.) Almost certainly I’ll try a less pricey sweetener. Ultimately, every extra dollar spent is less time that Mom can stay at home. In the new world of COVID (and maybe before), that’s probably her biggest risk.
My folks are 98 & 87 so I understand your concern about COVID. I live with them, which makes it possible for them to stay in their own house/10 acres; otherwise, they’d have to be in assisted living. I really “feel” for those separated from their loved ones, some in nursing homes & other situations can only wave from a distance. I also think it’s criminal to let old folks die alone, when they have loving families who want to be with them.
BTW, if your mom isn’t on Vit D3, get her on it. Even the elderly, if their Vit D levels are good, do better if they get COVID. New study just out - 80% of those with COVID have low D3 levels. Dr. Somadi (awesome twitter account - can see it even if no account yourself - HE should be the one the country listens to, not Fauxci) recommends 5,000 IU D3 taken with 100 mcg of Vit K2, 1000 mg Vit C, 400 mg magnesium, 50 mg of zinc. I was doing the D3 prior to COVID & have myself & the folks ‘ramped up’ on everything else. Best wishes - hope you, your mom & family stay healthy.