🌰 Pecan Cream Pie 🥧

A slice of heaven in every bite - perfect for family gatherings or a delightful end to a special meal!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 single pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- Whipped cream, for serving (optional)

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish.
2. Mix the sugar, flour, and salt in a bowl.
3. Heat the cream in a saucepan just until hot, not boiling.
4. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, then gradually mix in the hot cream to temper them.
5. Combine the sugar mixture with the egg and cream mixture until smooth.
6. Stir in pecans and vanilla extract, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
7. Pour the filling into the crust.
8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until set and a knife comes out clean.
9. Cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate for a few hours or overnight.
10. Serve with whipped cream, if using.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 510
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Proteins: 6g
- Fats: 34g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 28g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a crispier crust, pre-bake it for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
- Toast the pecans slightly before adding them to the filling for an enhanced flavor.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 60 minutes | Serving: 8 servings