Chocolate Cream Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Combine first 4 ingredients in a saucepan; set sugar mixture aside.
2. 2
   Combine egg yolks and milk; stir into sugar mixture.
3. 3
   Add butter.
4. 4
   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils.
5. 5
   Remove from heat.
6. 6
   Stir in vanilla.
7. 7
   Spoon into pastry shell.
8. 8
   Spread meringue over hot filling.
9. 9
   Bake at 325° for 25 to 28 minutes.