Instructions: Combine milk, sugar, yolks, butter and vanilla in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens, about 12 minutes.

Remove from heat and add coconut and pecans. Beat until cool and of spreading consistency.

2 1/2 cups frosting.

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