6 tbsp. flour
3 tbsp. cocoa or 1/2 c. coconut flakes
2 c. milk
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 egg yolks

Mix flour, sugar and cocoa if using. Add 3/4 cup milk. Stir constantly over medium heat. Add egg yolks one at a time. Add remaining milk. Continue stirring until mixture starts to pop bubbles. Add vanilla and coconut, if using, while still hot. Tip into baked pie shell. Use Cool Whip as a topping or make meringue from egg whites with a little sugar.