Ingredients
Pecan Pastry
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup ground pecans
¼ tsp. salt
¼ cup + 2 Tbs butter
1 Tbs brandy
1-2 Tbs cold water
Double Pecan Pie
1 cup light corn syrup
¾ cup sugar
3 eggs
3 Tbs butter, melted
1 (or 2) Tbs brandy
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
1 cup pecan pieces
1 cup pecan halves
Pecan Pastry (see below)
9" pie plate
Preparation
Pecan Pastry
Combine flour, pecans, salt; cut in butter. Sprinkle with brandy and water. Form into a ball; chill 30 minutes before rolling out.
Double Pecan Pie
Combine these ingredients; beat at medium speed until blended. Stir in pecan pieces. Pour into pastry. Top with pecan halves (use a circular or spiral pattern for a decorative effect). Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes. Cover edges with foil if necessary.
