Grasshopper Pie Lulubelle - chocolate cookie crumbs

Method

• Combine crumbs and melted butter.
• Press and pat evenly into a 9-inch pie plate; chill.
• (Crust will hold its shape better and taste better, too; chill well.
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• Add marshmallows to scalded milk and melt slowly in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring often.
• Cool to room temperature.
• Add liqueurs; chill until thickened.
• In a chilled bowl, beat cream until stiff.
• Fold into marshmallow mixture, adding a few drops of green food coloring, if desired.
• This should be a delicate green color.
• Pour into crust and freeze.
• Remove from freezer about 20 minutes before serving.
• Serve pie garnished with additional whipped cream and/or grated semi-sweet chocolate.
• Variations:.
• Brandy Alexander Pie: For the liqueurs, substitute 2 ounces dark creme de cacao and 1 ounce brandy.
• Cherry Brandy Pie: For the liqueurs substitute 3 ounces cherry Brandy.
• Harvey Wallbanger Pie: Substitute orange juice for the scalded milk.
• For the liqueurs substitute 2 ounces Galliano and 1 ounce Cointreau (or vodka).
• Add 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest.
• Pink Squirrel Pie: For the liqueurs substitute 1-1/2 ounces amaretto and 1-1/2 ounces white creme de cacao (1-1/2 ounces equals 3 tablespoons.
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