Coconut Cream Pie

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Spread the coconut on a baking sheet and bake it, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Bake pie shell as directed.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine the half-and-half, eggs, sugar, flour, and salt and mix well. Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly.

Step 5

Remove the pan from the heat, and stir in 3/4 cup of the toasted coconut and the vanilla extract. Reserve the remaining coconut to top the pie.

Step 6

Pour the filling into the pie shell and chill until firm, about 4 hours.

Step 7

Top with whipped topping and with the reserved coconut.