Pies and Politicians

This is the Banana Creme Pie recipe made famous by Daniel's Resturant in Copala. Apparently it was a favorite of Bill Clinton. I don't think we should hold grudges about politcs with desserts, in my opinion, so here it is! This is the recipe as it was given to me, so it is a little awkward in places. Enjoy!

Copala Banana Coconut Creme Pie

Pie Crust:

2 cups flour

4 tbsp sugar

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup lard or Crisco

3 to 4 tbsps cold water

Stir together flour, salt and sugar. Cut lard or Crisco into flour mixture. Sprinkle 1 tbsp water over the mixture. Gently toss with a fork. Push to side of bowl until all is moistened. Form dough with hands. Roll dough out and place in a 9" pie plate. Bake at 250 degrees for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Filling:

1 cup of evaporated milk

1 cup of Sugar

1 cup water

1/4 cup butter

1 tsp vanilla

3 tbsp flour

4 egg yolks

1 cup fresh coconut flakes

2 to 3 sliced bananas

In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour and gradually add milk and water. Cook over medium heat until thick and bubbly. Reduce heat and cook 2 more minutes. Remove from heat. Beat egg yolks in a separate bowl. Gradually stir into saucepan. Cook 2 more minutes, remove and add butter and vanilla. Pour hot filling into shell. Add banana and coconut. Spread merangue over filling. Bake at 350 12 to 15 minute