Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/3 c. flour
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 3 c. milk
  • 3 egg yolks, beaten
  • 1 c. coconut
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 (9-inch) graham cracker pie shells
  • 3 egg whites
  • 6 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1/2 c. coconut

Method

  • Combine 1/2 cup sugar, flour and salt in saucepan.
  • Add milk and egg yolks; mix well.
  • Cook over medium heat until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in 1 cup coconut and vanilla.
  • Spoon into pie shells.
  • Beat egg whites in mixer bowl until soft peaks form.
  • Add remaining 6 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
  • Spread over fillings, sealing to edges.
  • Sprinkle pies with remaining 1/2 cup coconut.
  • Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Yield:
  • 12 servings.