However you say it, pecan pie is a satisfyingly rich dessert.
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/3 cup butter
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (9-inch) unbaked pie shell
Preheat oven to 375°F.
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 shell.
Bake 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is set. Cool completely on a wire rack.
Makes 8 servings.