German Chocolate Frosting

German chocolate cake is Josh's favorite and I found this recipe for frosting that is so. delicious.  Seriously, I did could eat it with a spoon.  Although, I need to start finding recipes that don't call for a whole stick of butter...

1 cup evaporated milk


1 cup white sugar

3 egg yolk, beaten with 1 teaspoon water

1/2 cup butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup chopped pecans

1 cup flaked coconut

Directions

1.In a large saucepan combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolks, butter and vanilla. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thick. Remove from heat and stir in pecans and coconut. Spread on cake while still warm.