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Unbeatable Pecan Pie

SUBMITTED BY: Terry PHOTO BY: Sami

"The maple syrup gives this pecan pie a distinctive flavor."

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup shortening, chilled and diced
  • 3 tablespoons ice water
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  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup real maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a medium bowl, mix together flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut half of the shortening into flour mixture, until fine crumbs form. Cut in remaining shortening until coarse crumbs form. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until a dough forms. Shape dough into a disk and wrap in plastic wrap; chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. On a floured surface, using a floured rolling pin, roll dough into an 11-inch circle. Fit dough into a 9-in quiche dish. Trim edges
  4. In a heavy skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over low heat. Add nuts and stir for about 5 minutes, or until nuts begin to color. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  5. Mix together beaten egg, maple syrup, sugar, 1/3 cup melted butter, vanilla, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir in nuts. Pour filling into crust. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until filling is set. Transfer pan to wire rack and cool.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 1, 2006 by BonBon
This recipe sounded intriguing and somewhat confusing. In the list of ingredients it lists 2... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2003 by Linda Correia
I have this recipe and I won 2nd place at the county fair. It is the best I have ever had.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 18, 2007 by Giordana V
It was great, but the filling didn't stay in very well. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2006 by KATSHA
I am not a huge pecan pie fan due to the rishness and way to sweetness. My husband made this... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2002 by JEFF WILLER
My kids didn't eat pecan pie until they tried this one!!! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 31, 2007 by Lisa S
Great Pecan Pie. I make it for the holidays and even my mother-in-law asked for the recipe.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2006 by TPFEISEL
This was pretty good, but the maple flavor didn't shine through as I had hoped it would. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2006 by ZERBE6982
If you are looking for a recipe that doesnt use corn syrup as a base, this is it. I have been... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 6, 2004 by CARIBBEANMOMMY
This pie is absolutely delicious....and maple syrup is much healthier than using corn... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2008 by Emily M.
This was a very good pecan pie recipe, but I felt that it was missing something. I was out of... MORE