Southern Chocolate Pecan Pie

Directions

Melt chocolate; stir in coffee. Remove from heat. Combine sugar and syrup in another pan.

Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved.

Reduce heat and boil gently for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat and add the chocolate mixture.

Pour slowly over eggs, stirring constantly. Stir in vanilla and pecans.

Pour into pie shell. Bake at 375~ for 45 to 50 minutes or until filling is completely puffed across top.

Cool and garnish with the topping and pecan halves if desired.

Coffee-flavored Topping: Combine the coffee granules, heavy cream, sugar and vanilla in a chilled bowl.

Whip just until soft peaks form. 1 cup.