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Crafting the Perfect Southern Pecan Pie

Southern Pecan Pie made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups pecan halves
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 prepared 9-inch pie crust

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the pie crust in a pie pan and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn syrup, sugar, melted butter, and salt.
  4. Add eggs, one at a time, whisking until fully combined.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and pecan halves, incorporating evenly.
  6. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until the filling is set.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature.
  9. Serve slices plain or with scoops of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.