Monday, November 22, 2010

Mocha Almond Pie

     1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
     2 tablespoons boiling water
     1 milk chocolate candy bar with almonds (7 ounces)
     1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
     1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked
     Chocolate curls and additional whipped topping, optional

     In a small bowl, dissolve coffee in boiling water; set aside. In a microwave,
     melt candy bar; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Fold in half of the whipped   
     topping.     Fold in coffee and remaining whipped    topping. Pour into
     pastry shell; freeze.       Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before
     serving. Garnish with chocolate curls and additional whipped topping
     if desired. Yield: 6-8 servings.