Southern Pecan Pie Recipe

Pecan Pie Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your pie will bake evenly.

2. 2

   Prepare the Pie Crust

   If using a store-bought pie crust, place it in a 9-inch pie pan. If making from scratch, roll out your dough and fit it into the pan. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling.

3. 3

   Mix the Filling

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well combined.

4. 4

   Add Eggs

   Add the beaten eggs to the mixture and stir until fully incorporated.

5. 5

   Add Pecans

   Fold in the chopped pecans gently into the filling mixture.

6. 6

   Fill the Pie Crust

   Pour the pecan filling into the prepared pie crust, making sure to spread the pecans evenly.

7. 7

   Bake the Pie

   Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown. You can check doneness by inserting a knife into the center; it should come out clean.

8. 8

   Cool and Serve

   Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.