Brown butter enhances the nuttiness of this pecan pie, which is generously packed with pecans. More impressively, it’s not too sweet. To save time, use a store-bought pie crust. Serve it as is, or topped with a dollop of pumpkin cream (see related recipe), to get both pecan and pumpkin pie flavors in one dessert. It's also great with whipped cream.
From staff writer G. Daniela Galarza.
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Ingredients
measuring cupServings: 8-10 (makes one 9-inch pie)
Directions
Time Icon Active: 40 mins| Total: 1 hour 30 mins, plus cooling timeStep 1
Lightly dust a work surface and a rolling pin with the flour. Roll the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness, about 12 inches in diameter, rotating it a quarter turn each time as you work to prevent it from sticking. To transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie pan, gently roll it up around the pin, then unfurl it into the bottom and up the sides of the pan.
Step 2
Using scissors, trim away any excess dough, leaving about 1/2-inch overhang around the outside edge of the pie plate. Tuck the overhang under, pressing gently to make it flush with the edge of the pie plate and crimp as you like. Use a fork to dock the bottom of the crust, cover loosely with plastic or beeswax wrap, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight.
Step 3
Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 375 degrees.
Step 4
In a medium saucepan over high heat, melt the butter. Continue cooking it, swirling the pan occasionally, until it turns golden brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl. Whisk in the brown sugar, syrup, flour, vanilla and salt. Whisk in the eggs, beating each one into the mixture before adding the next, then add the pecans and stir. Remove the cover from the prepared crust, pour in the filling and bake until puffed and deep brown, 45 to 50 minutes.
Step 5
Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely, for at least 4 hours, before serving. Top with pumpkin mousse or whipped cream (see related recipes.)
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Nutritional Facts
Per serving (1 slice with no topping), based on 10
Calories
478
Fat
32 g
Saturated Fat
11 g
Carbohydrates
47 g
Sodium
209 mg
Cholesterol
93 mg
Protein
6 g
Fiber
3 g
Sugar
24 g
This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.
From staff writer G. Daniela Galarza.
Tested by Debi Suchman, Ann Maloney.
Published November 9, 2022
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