Instructions: Combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened, about 12 minutes.

Add coconut and pecans. Cool until thick enough to spread; beat occasionally.

Makes 2 1/2 cups

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