Easy Chocolate Custard Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Crust:
2. 2
   Heat oven to 350°F.
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   Put cookie crumbs in medium bowl. Add butter; mix until thoroughly blended.
4. 4
   Press crumb mixture evenly and firmly against bottom and sides of 9-inch pie plate.
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   Bake in 350°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes until center is firm to the touch. 5. Cool completely on wire rack.
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   Filling:
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   Heat oven to 350°F.
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   Combine syrup, milk and sugar in small saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until bubbles form at edges. Set aside.
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   Beat eggs and vanilla in medium bowl until blended. Stirring constantly, slowly add heated milk mixture until well blended.
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    Pour into crumb crust.
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    Bake in center of 350°F oven for 40 to 45 minutes until a thin-bladed knife inserted near center of pie comes out clean. If any custard clings to the blade, bake a few minutes longer and test again. The center will jiggle slightly when dish is gently shaken. Center will firm up as it cools.
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    Cool on wire rack.
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    Garnish with fresh whipped organic whipped cream and fresh mint.
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    Serve warm or refrigerate until cold. Refrigerate any leftover pie promptly.