Bourbon-Pecan Pumpkin Pie

Bourbon-Pecan Pumpkin Pie is a showstopping dessert that marries the traditional flavors of pumpkin pie with the irresistible sweetness and crunch of candied pecans. It's a delightful treat that embodies the cozy and indulgent spirit of fall and the holidays.

Bourbon-Pecan Pumpkin Pie

Ingredients

• 3 eggs, slightly beaten

• 1 16 ounce can of Pumpkin puree (Libby's)

• ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar

• 1 1/2 cups half-and-half

• 3 Tbsp bourbon

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1/2 tsp ground ginger

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1 - 9" Oatmeal Pecan Pie Crust or Easy Pie Crust

Directions

Preheat oven to 425.

1. In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients and mix well.

2. Pour the mixture into the Oatmeal Pecan Pie Crust; bake on middle rack of oven at 425 for 10 minutes.

3. Reduce the heat to 350 and continue to bake 35 - 40 minutes until set.

4. Remove from oven and carefully place candied pecans on top.

5. Let cool and enjoy.

Oatmeal Pecan Pie Crust

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats

• 1/2 cup brown sugar

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

• 1/3 cup butter

Directions

1. In a small bowl combine first 4 ingredients.

2. In a medium saute pan, melt the butter over low heat.

3. Add the dry ingredients to the butter and stir until oats and pecans are well coated and slightly toasted, about 3 - 5 minutes.

4. Pour the oat mixture into a 9" pie plate and press evenly on the bottom and up the sides.

Candied Pecans

Ingredients

1. 1/3 cup granulated sugar

2. 1 tsp ground ginger

3. 1/4 tsp salt

4. 1 large egg white

5. 1 tsp vanilla

6. 2 tsp Bourbon

7. Up to a lb of pecan halves - for this pie I made about 2 cups some for the pie and some for me!

Enjoy!