Cream Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Mix in heavy saucepan the sugar, flour and salt (cocoa for chocolate).
2. 2
   Measure milk.
3. 3
   Add enough milk to make smooth paste. Beat in 3 egg yolks.
4. 4
   Add remainder of milk and 1/2 stick of oleo. Cook over high heat, stirring constantly, until thick. Remove from heat and add 1 teaspoon vanilla.
5. 5
   (Then 1/2 cup coconut or 1 small sliced banana or 1/2 small can crushed pineapple, well drained.)
6. 6
   Beat until smooth and creamy.
7. 7
   Pour into baked shell and add meringue.
8. 8
   You can also caramelize 1/4 cup of the sugar at the first to make caramel pie.