3 cups half & half
2 eggs
3/4 cup white sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/4 cups flaked coconut, divided
3/4 tsp. vanilla extract
1 (9-inch) pie shell (baked)
1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed (Cool Whip)

In a medium saucepan combine half & half, eggs, sugar, flour and salt.

Bring to a boil over low heat, stirring continuously.

Remove from heat and stir in 3/4 cup of coconut flakes and the vanilla extract. Pour into prepared pie shell and chill for 2 to 4 hours, or until firm.

To serve, top with whipped topping and remaining 1/2 cup coconut flakes.

Variation: Use graham cracker crust instead of baked pie shell.

Submitted by: Kai Hoffman