If you love pecan pie, then you'll love these cookie bars.

Pecan Pie Bars

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter or margarine - divided use
2 cups granulated sugar - divided use
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups light corn syrup
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups pecans

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixer bowl, combine flour, 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt. Press into the greased 9 x 13-inch pan and bake for 20 to 23 minutes, or until golden brown.
3. Meanwhile, in a mixer bowl, beat eggs, light corn syrup, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 3 tablespoons melted butter, and vanilla until well blended. Stir in pecans. Pour evenly over the hot crust.
4. Bake for another 25 minutes, or until firm around the edges and just set in the center. Cool before cutting.

Makes 24 bars.