Millionaire Pie

 I live in Texas and apparently this was a favorite Pie at a Ft. Worth Cafeteria in the 1950's. When I was a child in the 50's and 60's this was my favorite dessert that my mother made. I still love it. Apparently, during World War II, it was not easy to have access to Pineapple and Walnuts. If you were able to get these, you must have been a Millionaire. That's how the Pie got it's name, or so the story goes!

Millionaire Pie
1 -  9" Pre-Baked Pie Crust

1 - 15.5 oz. Can of Crushed Pineapple, drained
1 C Flaked Coconut
1 C  Chopped Maraschino Cherries, + 1 C of the Juice.
1 C Chopped Walnuts
1 - 14 oz. Can of Sweetened Condensed Milk
5 TBS of Fresh Lemon Juice
1 - 8 oz. container of Frozen Cool Whip, thawed, Plus additional for Garnish.

In a Large Mixing Bowl:
Pineapple
Coconut
Cherries
Walnuts
Milk
Lemon Juice
Cherry Juice
Mix to combine well.

Gently Fold in The Cool Whip.

Spoon into the Crust.
Garnish the Top with Cool Whip.
Refrigerate overnight.

Enjoy!
Peace in the Kitchen!