Peanut Pie Supreme

Directions

1. 1
   Set oven to 400 degrees.
2. 2
   For the peanut layer: combine 1/2 cup chopped peanuts, peanut butter, confectioners sugar and the half and half cream in a medium bowl; stir until well blended.
3. 3
   Pour into unbaked pie crust.
4. 4
   Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown (don't overbake); cool completely.
5. 5
   For the filling: combine the sweetened condensed milk and peanut butter in a large bowl; beat at medium speed on an electric mixer until well blended; add the milk in slowly.
6. 6
   Add in the pudding mix; increase speed to medium; beat for 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Pour over the cooled peanut layer in the pie shell.
8. 8
   For the topping: sprinkle the chopped peanuts over the filling.
9. 9
   Refrigerate two hours or longer, before serving.