DAD'S CHOCOLATE PIE

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Whenever you would ask my dad what he would like to have as a dessert, he would always say CHOCOLATE PIE, (you know, the kind my mother used to make). His mother was a fantastic cook and this is one of her recipes. It is simple and very quick to make.

Provided by georgia ainsworth

Categories     Pies

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 c white sugar
2 Tbsp cornstarch
2 c milk
1/4 tsp salt
5 Tbsp cocoa powder
2 Tbsp butter
2 egg yolks, beaten
2 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt in a medium saucepan.
  • 2. Stir in the milk, cocoa powder and the (melted) butter. Blend well. Then add the egg yolks and vanilla.
  • 3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and pour into a cooked crust.
  • 4. Cover with meringue and brown in a preheated oven of 350 degrees. Cool on a rack until ready to be served.

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