1 (9-inch) baked pie shell
2/3 c. sugar
2 c. milk, scalded
2 tbsp. butter
1 c. coconut
1/4 c. cornstarch
1/4 tsp. salt
3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
1/2 tsp. vanilla
3 egg whites

Mix cornstarch, sugar and salt; gradually add scalded milk. Cook in double boiler until thick, stirring constantly (about 10 minutes). Slowly add small amount of hot mixture to egg yolks; stir into remaining hot mixture. Cook 5 minutes. Cool. Add butter, vanilla and coconut. Pour into baked pie shell and spread with meringue, using the 3 egg whites and your favorite recipe. Sprinkle more coconut on top of meringue.

Bake in 350°F oven 12 to 15 minutes.