Nutty American Pecan Pie

Ingredients

• 1 cups flour, sifted
• 1 cup butter, chilled and diced
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp ice water

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup corn syrup
• 1 cup butter, melted
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cups pecan halves

Method

1. 01
   In a large bowl, combine sifted flour and salt. Add diced butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. 02
   Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough comes together.
3. 03
   Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface. Transfer to a 9-inch pie dish, trim and crimp the edges.
4. 04
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, mix sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. 05
   Stir in the pecan halves and pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
6. 06
   Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
7. 07
   Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.