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Competing for 'best pie in the world' prize. With its caramelized topping, this custard pie is something special. Ingredients:
4 eggs |
1/2 cup white sugar |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
2 1/2 cups milk |
1 cup flaked coconut |
1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust |
1/4 cup packed brown sugar |
2 tablespoons butter, softened |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Beat eggs slightly, stir in white sugar, salt and vanilla. Gradually stir in milk. Add 1/2 cup coconut to filling, and reserve remaining 1/2 cup for the top. Pour filling into pie shell.
3. Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes, or until knife inserted into center of pie comes out clean. Cool pie completely.
4. Before serving, mix 1/2 cup coconut with butter and brown sugar. Sprinkle on top of pie. Broil, about 3 or 4 inches away from heat, for 2 to 4 minutes.
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