Surprise Coconut Cream Pie

Directions

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil; stir in the grits.

Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove from the heat, and stir in the sugar and butter/margarine.

Gradually add to the bowl containing the beaten eggs, about ¼th of the hot mixture; add the egg mixture to the remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly.

Cook over low heat until the mixture thickens and reaches 160 degree F (about 8 minutes).

Remove from heat, and stir in the flaked coconut and sour cream.

Spoon mixture into the prepared pie crust; cover and chill.

Garnish, if desired.

Makes one 9-inch pie.