Pecan Custard Pie
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Pecan Custard Pie
**Ingredients:**
– 1 unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 1/2 cup whole pecans
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup light corn syrup
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
**Instructions:**
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1. **Preheat Oven:**
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. **Prepare the Pie Crust:**
– Place the unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
3. **Add Pecans:**
– Spread the chopped pecans evenly on the bottom of the pie crust. Scatter the whole pecans on top for decoration.
4. **Make the Filling:**
– In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, salt, and heavy cream until well combined.
5. **Pour the Filling:**
– Carefully pour the filling over the pecans in the pie crust.
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6. **Bake:**
– Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown. If the edges of the crust begin to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.
7. **Cool:**
– Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delicious Pecan Custard Pie, perfect for holidays or any special occasion!