Kentucky Pecan Pie

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
• 4 to 5 tablespoons ice water
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups pecan halves
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar. Add the diced cold butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. On a well-floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a 9-inch pie pan and crimp the edges.
4. Place the pie crust in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Set aside to cool.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Fold in the pecan halves.
6. Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie crust, ensuring even distribution of the pecans.
7. Bake the pie for 60-70 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
8. Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.

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