8 fluid ounces Evaporated milk
8 ounces Granulated sugar
3 Egg yolks
4 ounces Unsalted butter
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
4 ounces Coconut, flaked
4 ounces Pecans, chopped
Yield: 29 ounces
1. Combine the milk, sugar, egg yolks and butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, approximately 12 minutes.
2. Remove from the heat and add the vanilla, coconut and pecans. Beat until cool and spreadable.
3. Yield: 1 lb. 13 oz.
Yield: 29 ounces