Rich pecan pie made with pure maple syrup instead of corn syrup.

Rich Pecan Pie

1 1/2 cups pure maple syrup
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups pecans
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

1 (9-inch) unbaked pie shell

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In large saucepan over medium heat, combine maple syrup, butter, and sugar. Bring to boil; boil gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly.
3. Place pecans in unbaked pie shell.
4. In large bowl, beat eggs, vanilla, and salt. Slowly stir in syrup mixture; pour into pie shell over pecans.
5. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the center is set. Cool completely before slicing.

Makes 8 servings.