COCONUT/BANANA CREAM PIE

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I love Coconut Cream Pie and Banana Cream Pie. Combining the two makes the best of two worlds. This recipe is tried and true. You won't be disappointed...I promise.

Provided by Genny Miller

Categories     Pies

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

CRUST:
3 c flaked coconut
7 Tbsp butter or margarine
FILLING:
3/4 c sugar
1/4 c all purpose flour
3 Tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
3 c light cream
4 egg yolks, lightly beaten
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 large firm bananas, sliced
optional: whipped cream

Steps:

  • 1. In a skillet, saute coconut in butter until golden. Press all but 2 tablespoons into the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9" pie plate. Bake at 350 for 7 minutes.
  • 2. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, cornstarch and salt. Gradually add cream and bring to a boil. Cook and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Add a small amount to egg yolks. Return all to pan; cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat; add vanilla. Cool to room temperature.
  • 3. Place sliced bananas in the crust. Cover with cream mixture. Chill until set, about 2 hours. Sprinkle with reserved coconut. If desired, garnish with whipped cream and bananas.

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