Nov. 18, 2007

Lula Mae's Brown Sugar Pecan Pie

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  • Pecans have been called America's second favorite nut after the peanut.

    Pecans have been called America's second favorite nut after the peanut.  (iStockphoto)

(CBS)  Lula Mae's Brown Sugar Pecan Pie
From "In Praise of Pecans: Recipes and Recollections" by June Jackson (Bright Sky Press).
Serves 8





1 box (16 ounces) light brown sugar
3 tablespoons self-rising flour
6 tablespoons evaporated milk
3 eggs
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon cornmeal
1 cup pecan pieces
1 unbaked pie shell (9 inches)

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. In a mixing bowl, comb in the brown sugar and flour.

3. Add milk, eggs, butter, vanilla, vinegar and cornmeal; stir to blend.

4. Spread pecans evenly in pie shell.

5. Pour egg mixture over pecans.

6. Bake for 1 hour or until set.

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