1 Baked Pie Shell

Filling:
3 Egg Yolks
2 1/2 c. Whole Milk
3/4 c. Granulated Sugar
1/4 tsp. Salt
1/4 c. Cornstarch
2 Tbsp. Butter
1 tsp. Vanilla
1/4 tsp. Coconut Extract
3/4 c. Coconut

In a heavy saucepan whisk together egg yolks and milk.
Stir in sugar, salt and cornstarch.
Cook over medium heat stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil.
Remove from heat, stir in butter, flavorings and coconut.
Pour into pie shell.
Spread meringue over top of filling making sure to seal edges of pie with meringue.
Sprinkle a handful of coconut on top of meringue.
Bake 10-12 minutes at 400°F.

Meringue:
3 Egg Whites
1/4 tsp. Cream of Tartar
1/8 tsp. Salt
1/3 c. Granulated Sugar

In a glass or stainless steel bowl beat together egg whites, cream of tartar and salt until foamy.
Gradually add sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.