Aunt Opal’s Coconut Cream Pie 4.9 stars

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If you are a fan of Gilligan’s Island you will remember that Mary Anne’s coconut cream pie could get Gillian to do just about anything. Well, if she was using this recipe I can see why – it is out of this world good. And it isn’t that hard to make.

I am not a huge fan of meringue on pie. My mom used to put it on pies and I would always scrape it off – I hated the texture and taste. I still do. But for the sake of the challenge I made myself try it and I was pleasantly surprised. The topping is sweet and has a creamier texture that is much more palatable.

Option on this one: Omit the crust and meringue and it is a fantastic pudding!