Coconut-Pecan Filling And Frosting

* Exported from MasterCook *

COCONUT-PECAN FILLING AND FROSTING

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Serving Size : 2 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cakes

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 c Evaporated milk or heavy
Cream
1 c Sugar
3 Egg yolks, slightly beaten
1/2 c Butter or margarine
1 t Vanilla
1 1/3 c Shredded coconut
1 c Chopped pecans

Combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter and vanilla in
a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly
until mixture thickens, about 12 minutes. Remove from
heat. Add coconut and pecans. Cool until of
spreading consistency, beating occasionally.

Makes 2 1/2 cups or enough to cover the tops of 3
9-inch layers. For thinner frosting, use only 2 egg
yolks.



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