"Just In Case" Pie

Directions

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   For Crust:
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   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
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   In a small bowl mix together the cookie crumbs, pecans, and melted butter.
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   Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate and bake for 10 minutes.
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   Remove the crust from the oven and cool completely before filling
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   For Filling:
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   Sprinkle the gelatin over the water in a small saucepan; let stand for 1 minute.
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   Stir over low heat until the gelatin is completely dissolved, about 3 minutes.
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   Stir in 1 cup of the cream.
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    Heat just to a simmer then immediately pour into a food processor or a blender.
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    Add the chocolate chips and process until the chocolate is completely melted, about 1 minute.
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    With the machine running add 1/2 cup of the remaining cream, the eggs, and the vanilla.
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    Pour into large bowl and refrigerate until thickened, about 15 minutes.
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    In the meantime, combine the caramels, remaining 1/4 cup of cream, butter, and salt in a small saucepan.
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    Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until completely melted and smooth.
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    Pour into the prepared crust; let stand until beginning to set, about 10 minutes.
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    Beat the cooled and thickened gelatin mixture until smooth and pour it over the caramel layer.
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    Refrigerate the pie, covered until firm, about 3 hours.
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