If you're a fan of pistachios, this dessert is for you! This creamy pistachio pie is delicious and easy to make. Its pretty green color adds a festive touch to any holiday dinner.
- 1 small package of pistachio pudding and pie filling mix
- 1 3/4 cup of heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups of graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup of melted butter or margarine
- 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
- 50 shelled pistachios--ground (crust)
- 20 shelled pistachios--chopped (garnish)
Weapons of choice:
- 2 medium mixing bowls
- 1 large pie dish or pan
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cup
- Icing spreader
- Large chopping knife
Directions for the Crust:
Add graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, and ground pistachios to bowl.
Mix well until crumbs are well-saturated.
Press crumbs into pie dish and bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes, or until crust is golden brown. Set aside and let cool.
Directions for the Pie Filling:
Add 1 3/4 cup of heavy whipping cream and package of pudding/pie mix to bowl. Beat on medium speed until filling stiffens.
Putting the Pie Together:
Carefully spoon pie filling onto cooled pie crust and spread evenly. Add chopped pistachios to top of pie to garnish. 
Place pie in refrigerator for one hour to cool.
