Authentic Pecan Pie Recipe Southern United States, United States of America

A southern specialty, this pie is synonymous with not only the American South, but also with Thanksgiving celebrations as a dessert that is served at the end of a Thanksgiving dinner. To prepare, a pie crust is filled with a custard made with eggs, butter, and corn syrup, then garnished with a topping of whole pecans and baked until set. Various recipes substitute corn syrup with either molasses, maple syrup, or sugar, while pecans, either ground or whole, are sometimes added to the custard to act also as a thickener. Additional flavorings may include bourbon, dark rum, vanilla, or cinnamon. For serving, pie slices are plated and enjoyed with either a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.