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Pistachio Dessert Recipe

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Featuring an irresistible blend of complementary flavors, this creamy, easy-to-prepare dessert is suitable for any occasion—perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!

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.

Container: 9x13 pan, mixing bowl

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Serving Description: 1 piece

Servings: 18

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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

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