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Pistachio Dessert - Recipe

Featuring an irresistible blend of complementary flavors, this creamy, easy-to-prepare dessert is suitable for any occasion—perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!
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Pistachio Dessert Recipe
Directions
  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Combine cookie crumbs, 3 tablespoons of nuts and margarine. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 pan or 9 inch springform pan.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes.
  • Cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the cheese until fluffy.
  • Gradually beat in condensed milk, then the lime juice and pudding mix until smooth.
  • Stir in the 1/2 cup of nuts and pineapple.
  • Fold in whipped cream.
  • Pour into the prepared pan with crust bottom.
  • Chill 6 hours or overnight.
  • Garnish with whipped cream if desired.
 
 
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Container: 9x13 pan, mixing bowl
Servings: 18
Ingredients
-50 vanilla wafers - crushed
-1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons pistachios or pecans or combination of both - chopped
-1/4 cup butter or margarine - melted
-1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese
-1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
-1/4 cup lime juice
-1 small package instant pistachio pudding and pie mix
-1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple - undrained
-1/2 small container of whipped topping or 1 cup whipped cream