Fudge Pecan Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375F
2. 2
   Melt butter over low heat; add cocoa and stir until smooth.
3. 3
   Remove from heat; cool slightly.
4. 4
   Stir in sugar, salt, eggs and corn syrup.
5. 5
   Blend thoroughly.
6. 6
   Stir in chopped nuts, if desired.
7. 7
   Pour into unbaked pie shell.
8. 8
   Place pecan halves over top.
9. 9
   Bake for 40 minutes.
10. 10
    Cool.
11. 11
    Let stand 8 hours before serving.
12. 12
    Garnish with sweetened whipped whipping cream or whipped topping.