Our team believes Great Cooks at Home is more than a store selling goods and services; it is a place to share ideas and expertise. As you experiment with our products, and discover great marinades, sauces, techniques, and flavors, use these recipes to aide your cooking explorations. Nancy's Pecan Pie 4 eggs 1 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup light corn syrup 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 stick sweet butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups shelled pecans, chopped or halved Pie dough (see next recipe) 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Make the pie dough and line a 9-inch pie plate. 2. Beat eggs well in a large bowl. Add the brown sugar, corn syrup, salt, melted butter, and vanilla to the eggs and mix thoroughly. 3. Sprinkle the chopped pecans in the dough lined pie plate. Pour egg mixture over the pecans. 4. Bake the pie 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to 325 degrees and bake for 25 to 30 minutes longer or until set. 5. Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature before serving. Serves 8. Nancy's Pie Dough 1 cup all purpose unbleached flour 3 ounces unsalted butter, very cold, cut into 1/4 inch slices 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon sugar 5 tablespoons water (approximately) 1. Place flour, butter, and salt in a mixing bowl. With hands, mix so that butter pieces are coated with flour. 2. Slowly add water while kneading the dough with your hand. Gather into a ball. There will be visible pieces of butter in the dough, which will result in a flaky pastry. 3. The dough is now workable. If over-mixed, place in refrigerator to rest for approximately one hour.