German Chocolate Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Melt butter and cocoa together in a large saucepan.
2. 2
   Turn off heat; add sugar and eggs.
3. 3
   Mix together; add cornstarch and mix. Add vanilla and milk.
4. 4
   Stir together.
5. 5
   Cook over medium heat, stirring with a spatula because it sticks and burns easily once it starts thickening.
6. 6
   Stir constantly.
7. 7
   When thickened, pour in pie shell.
8. 8
   Add nuts before pouring, if desired.
9. 9
   Garnish with Cool Whip before serving.
10. 10
    Very rich.