Derby Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pie crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
  • 1/4 cup ice water
• Filling:
  • 3 cups pecan halves
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time:

45 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3

Preparation Method Steps:

To make the pie crust: 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and salt. 3. Use your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. 4. Add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together. 5. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. 6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to an 11-inch circle. 7. Place the dough in a 9-inch pie plate and trim the edges.

To make the filling: 1. In a large bowl, combine the pecans, brown sugar, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. 2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract. 3. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir until combined. 4. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.

To bake the pie: 1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. 2. Let the pie cool completely before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per slice (1/8 of pie): * Calories: 520 * Fat: 28g * Carbohydrates: 50g * Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and decadent
• Buttery and flaky crust
• Sweet and nutty filling
• Perfect for special occasions

User Comments:

• "This pie is absolutely delicious! The crust is perfectly flaky and the filling is rich and flavorful." - Sarah
• "Derby Pie is one of my favorite desserts. I love the combination of pecans and brown sugar." - John
• "This pie is always a hit at parties. It's so easy to make and everyone raves about the flavor." - Mary

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the pie.
• Be careful not to overbake the pie, as the filling will continue to cook after it is removed from the oven.
• Let the pie cool completely before serving to allow the filling to set.