Coconut Pecan Frosting And Filling
["1 c. evaporated milk", "1 c. sugar", "3 egg yolks", "1/2 c. butter or margarine", "1 tsp. vanilla", "1 1/3 c. coconut (approximately)", "1 c. chopped pecans"]
["Combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter and vanilla in a saucepan.", "Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 12 minutes.", "Remove from heat.", "Add coconut and pecans.", "Beat until cool and of spreading consistency.", "Makes 2 2/3 cups or enough for tops of three 8 or 9-inch layers."]
["milk", "sugar", "egg yolks", "butter", "vanilla", "coconut", "pecans"]