Basic Pecan Pie

However you pronounce it, pecan pie is a sweet, rich and satisfy dessert. It really is amazing how the pecans end up on the top of the pie, too!

Recipe Ingredients:

1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, softened
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust

Cooking Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix light corn syrup, dark brown sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add pecans and pour into a 9-inch unbaked pie crust.
3. Bake 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is set. Cool completely on a wire rack.

Makes 8 servings.