1 c. sugar
4 tbsp. flour (self rising)
5 eggs, separated
3 1/2 c. milk
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/4 stick butter
1 1/2 c. coconut
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar (for meringue)

In heavy 2 quart saucepan blend sugar and flour with 1/4 cup milk and beaten egg yolks to mixture, add the 3 1/4 cups milk, vanilla, butter and 1 cup coconut, stir as you cook over medium heat until thickens. Pour into 2 (9") baked pie shells. Top with meringue.

MERINGUE:

5 egg whites
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1/3 c. sugar

Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until light. Add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff. Spread on top of pies, sprinkle coconut on top and bake 15 minutes in 350 degree oven.