Pecan Pie with Maple Bourbon Filling

pecans

pie crust

melted butter

corn starch

dark brown sugar

eggs

maple syrup

bourbon

vanilla

Whisk together the sugar, corn starch, and salt.

Add the eggs and melted butter.

Whisk vigorously until smooth.

Pour in the maple syrup.

Pour in the bourbon (if using).

Whisk again to completely combine.

Add the pecan halves to the par-baked pie crust.

Pour the filling on top, scraping out every last bit, then bake.