3 c. sugar
1/2 c. cocoa
4 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla flavoring
1 (12 oz.) can evaporated milk
1 stick melted butter (1/2 c.)
1 c. chopped pecans
1 1/2 to 2 c. coconut
2 unbaked pie shells (regular)

Mix all ingredients; pour into pie shells.

Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes.

Variation: If this is prepared without the pie crust it can be served like a pudding. Pour into individual serving cups and refrigerate. Can be arranged in alternating layers with vanilla pudding and topped with strawberries in syrup for a festive dessert.