Hickory Nut Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Combine sugar, syrup and butter in 2-quart saucepan.
3. 3
   Bring to boil on high, stirring constantly, until butter is melted.
4. 4
   Remove from stove and gradually add hot syrup to eggs; stir all the while.
5. 5
   Add hickory nuts to mixture and cool to lukewarm.
6. 6
   Add vanilla.
7. 7
   Pour into pie shell and bake for 40 to 45 minutes.
8. 8
   Serves 6 to 8.