1 German chocolate cake mix

Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Cool completely.

FROSTING:

1 c. evaporated milk
1 c. sugar
2 egg yolks
1/4 lb. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/3 c. coconut
1 c. chopped pecans

Combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla in a 3-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens (about 12 minutes).

Remove from heat. Add coconut and pecans; beat until cool and of spreading consistency. Makes enough to frost 2 (9-inch) layers or top of 9 x 13 cake (about 2 to 2 1/2 cups).