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Ingredients
Pie Pastry:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1/4 cup finely ground pecans
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Pinch salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small chunks
- 2 tablespoons ice water, plus more if needed
Filling:
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup dark corn syrup or sugar cane syrup (such as Steen's)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons bourbon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 11/2 cups pecan halves
Directions
To make the pastry: combine the flour, ground pecans, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the butter and mix with a pastry blender or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pour in the ice water and work it in to bind the dough until it holds together without being too wet or sticky. Squeeze a small amount together, if it is crumbly, add more ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Carefully roll the dough up onto the pin (this may take a little practice) and lay it inside a 9-inch pie pan. Press the dough into the pan so it fits tightly and trim the excess around the rim. Place the pie pan on a sturdy cookie sheet so it will be easy to move in and out of the oven.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
To make the filling: melt the butter and chocolate in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, remove from heat and let cool. Beat the eggs in a large mixing bowl until frothy and then blend in the sugar. Stir in the syrup, vanilla, bourbon, salt, and the melted butter mixture until well blended.
Arrange the pecans on the bottom of the pie crust and carefully pour the egg mixture over them. Bake until the filling is set and slightly puffed, about 45 minutes. Test for doneness by sticking a thin knife in the center of the pie, if it comes out pretty clean, you're good to go. Transfer the pie to rack and cool completely before cutting.
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By gdc4spam
Memphis, TN
on December 17, 2012
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This is a family favorite. It's quick and easy. I reduced the sugar to 1/2 cup and it was perfect. 3 tbsp of bourbon will make it taste quite bourbon-y but in my opinion, if something has the word "bourbon" in its name, it better taste somewhat like bourbon.
I did not do the crust and opted for store bought. It turned out great.
By Nuawlinsken
Covington, LA
on November 27, 2012
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I am a novice to cooking, so this was a challenge for me. It turned out great. My only issue was the bottom of the pie crust rose into the filling. I found out from a friend that you have to put holes with a fork in the bottom of the pie crust. I am ready to make another one this weekend. It was a big hit for Thanksgiving.
By mooremine
on November 19, 2012
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I followed the video because I felt like the most significant difference was the amount of dry ingredients for the crust. The other differences are not going to ruin the recipe.
Mistake.
It was very sticky & when I tried to transfer it to the pie plate it fell apart. So I put it back together and put it in the freezer for a bit. Attempt #2 was even worse. I ended up using a pie plate that has a fluted edge and doesn't require a crimped edge, and so basically pressed the crust in-almost like a crumb crust.
The rest of the recipe went like clockwork. Came out nicely pretty much in the time as noted. I just checked on it until the top was caramelizing for doneness. I did use 3 tbs. of Bulliet and in my opinion it was probably a bit strong.
I would use a good old fashioned crust recipe for this and maybe add a bit of pecans and a pinch of sugar and cinnamon next time. Tasty - but don't trust the crust process or you'll be really frustrated!
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