Deluxe Pecan Pie

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups pecan halves
• 1 unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie shell

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, eggs, and salt. Stir until well blended.
3. Fold in the pecans, and pour the mixture into the pie shell.
4. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
5. Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Pecan pie is a classic Southern-style dessert and is popular around the holidays.
• The pecan is the official state nut of Texas.
• Pecan pie is believed to have originated in the 19th century in the Southern United States.