Gramma Kalina's Famous Coconut Cream Pie Recipe

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   In a large microwave-safe bowl, hot 2 c. of the lowfat milk on high for 1 1/2 min.

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   With a wire whisk, dissolve the cornstarch in the remaining c. of lowfat milk.

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   Add in the beaten egg yolks and the 1/2 c. sugar.

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   Mix well.

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   Slowly add in the egg mix to the warmed lowfat milk, beating well.

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   Cook in the microwave on high for 3 min.

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   Stir with a wooden spoon.

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   Make sure you scrape around the rim of the bowl.

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   Microwave another 3 min.

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    Stir again.

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    Microwave another 2-3 min or possibly till thick like cooked pudding.

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    Remove and cold for 5 min.

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    Add in vanilla and stir well.

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    Make a meringue of 3 egg whites and sugar by beating till it forms soft peaks.

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    Pour the custard into the hot pie shell and spread meringue on top making sure you seal the meringue to the crust.

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    Sprinkle heavily with flaked coconut.

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    Bake for 15 min at 350 degrees or possibly till coconut is golden.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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