Coffee Mallow Pie

1 cup water
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
4 cups miniature marshmallows
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted
Additional whipped cream and chocolate curls, optional

In a heavy saucepan, bring water to a boil; stir in coffee until dissolved. Reduce heat; add marshmallows and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth.

Set saucepan in ice and whisk mixture constantly until cooled. Fold in whipped cream; spoon into pastry shell. Sprinkle with nuts. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate curls if desired. Makes 6-8 servings.