Made with a shortbread cookie base and filling that is a cross between a pudding and cheesecake. This vibrantly coloured dessert is a great make-ahead dish for entertaining. The crowd pleasing flavour of pistachio will be a winner!
Preheat oven to 300ºF. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and sugar. Then beat in the butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until completely blended. Add the dough mixture to a 13×9 inch pan and press down to make the crust.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until edges of the crust are golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and powdered sugar and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until blend. Then add in milk and Pistachio pudding mix and continue mixing until fully combined.
Spread pudding mixture evenly over the crust. Sprinkle the nuts on top. Refrigerate for at least an hour or until set. Makes 24 to 36 bars depending on the portion size.