This southern pie features a chess-like filling with coconut, raisins and pecans.

Jefferson Davis Pie

1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2/3 cup milk
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut
3 tablespoons raisins
3 tablespoons chopped pecans
1 (9-inch) unbaked pie shell

1. In a bowl combine melted butter, salt, vanilla, sugar, eggs, milk, and flour. Set aside.
2. In another bowl combine shredded coconut, raisins, and chopped pecans.
3. Spread coconut mixture evenly in unbaked pie shell. Pour the butter mixture on top.
4. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown.

Makes 8 servings.