Chocolate Pecan Pie(1)

Directions

Prepare pastry for unbaked one-crust pie.

Heat oven to 325℉ (160℃).

In large bowl, combine corn syrup, sugar, margarine, vanilla and eggs; beat well.

Stir in chocolate chips (reserveing 2 tablespoons chocolate chips for topping). and 1½ cups pecans.

Spread evenly in pastry-lined pan.

Bake at 325 degrees for 55 to 65 minutes or until deep golden brown and filling is set.

Cool completely.

Line cookie sheet with waxed paper.

Melt 2 tablespoons reserved chocolate chips in small saucepan over low heat.

Dip each of 10 pecan halves into chocolate.

Place on paper-lined cookie sheet.

Refrigerate 15 to 20 minutes or until chocolate is set.

Garnish pie with whipped cream and chocolate-dipped nuts.

Store in refrigerator.