Coconut Pie

I love Coconut Pie but I like it simple and without Meringue. This is a vintage recipe that's simply Coconut, delicious without Meringue. Individual slices can be served with Whipped Cream.
This is the Coconut Pie that Aunt Faye made.

Here's what you'll need:
1 - 9" prepared and baked Pie Crust. You can purchase it or make your favorite one.

1 C Whole Milk
1 C Sweetened Flaked Coconut
1 C Half and Half
1/2 C Granulated Sugar
2 TBS Cornstarch mixed with 2 TBS Cold Water.
2 Egg Yolks
1 tsp Vanilla

In a double boiler on medium heat:
Milk
Half and Half
Sugar
Bring to a Boil.
Remove from heat and set aside.

In a small bowl:
Corn Starch
Water
Stir well.

In a small bowl:
Egg Yolks
Whisk until light yellow.
Add:
Corn Starch
Mix well.

Add the Egg Yolk mixture to the double boiler mixture.
Cook on medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat.
Add:
Vanilla
Coconut
Mix well.
Set aside for 30 minutes.

Pour into the Crust.
Cover with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate 30 minutes.

Individual slices can be served with Whipped Cream.

Enjoy!
Peace in the Kitchen!