Caramel Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Remove label from condensed milk and put entire unopened can in a large saucepan.
2. 2
   Cover with cold water.
3. 3
   Over high heat, bring the water to a boil.
4. 4
   Reduce heat and continue boiling for 3 hours.
5. 5
   Check periodically to see that water covers the can entirely.
6. 6
   Remove can and cool unopened for 20 minutes.
7. 7
   Open can and spread caramelized milk in the bottom of the pie crust.
8. 8
   Over the caramel sprinkle 3/4 cup of the chopped pecans.
9. 9
   Pat the pecans into the caramel with open hand.
10. 10
    Over the caramel and pecans, spread the whipped topping.
11. 11
    Garnish with remaining pecans.
12. 12
    Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.