• 1⅓ cups evaporated milk
• 1⅓ cups granulated sugar
• 4 egg yolks; beaten
• ⅔ cups unsalted butter or margarine
• 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1⅓ cups flaked coconut
• 1⅓ cups pecan pieces

1. Combine milk, granulated sugar, egg yolks, and butter in a heavy saucepan; bring to a boil, and cook over medium heat 12 minutes, stirring constantly.
2. Add vanilla, coconut, and pecans; stir until frosting is cool and of spreading consistency.

Yield: 3½ cups