Tar-Heel Pie

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
• 3/4 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour and cubed butter. Use a pastry blender or two knives to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse meal.
3. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
4. In a medium bowl, combine the pecans, light brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Mix until well combined.
5. Spread the mixture evenly over the prepared crust. Bake for 10 minutes.
6. In a small saucepan, combine the cream, corn syrup, dark brown sugar, butter, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the mixture is bubbling. Pour over the pecan mixture in the pie plate.
7. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. Cool completely before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Tar-Heel Pie is believed to have originated in the state of North Carolina.
• It is a popular dessert for many holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas.
• This recipe has been passed down for generations and is still a beloved treat in many households.