Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 c. flaked coconut
  • 1/2 c. chopped pecans
  • 4 oz. German sweet chocolate
  • 1/2 stick margarine
  • 1 large can evaporated milk
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 3 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1/8 tsp. salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 2 (8-inch) pie shells, unbaked

Method

  • Mix together coconut and pecans, and set aside.
  • On low heat, melt chocolate and margarine; stir until blended.
  • Remove from heat, gradually blend in evaporated milk.
  • Set aside.
  • Mix together sugar, cornstarch and salt.
  • Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  • Gradually blend in chocolate mixture.
  • Pour into two unbaked pie shells. Sprinkle coconut and nut mixture over top of pies.
  • Bake at 375° for 40 minutes.
  • Filling will be soft, but will set while cooking. Cool at least 4 hours before cutting.