Nutty Creamsicle Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350.
2. 2
   in food processor, chop the pecans until very fine.
3. 3
   Transfer to a 9 inch pie plate.
4. 4
   Stir the sugar into the pecans and add the melted butter.
5. 5
   Mix until the pecans are completely moistened.
6. 6
   Press the nuts evenly into the pan with your fingers to create even crust.
7. 7
   Bake until crust is golden, 6 to 8 minutes.
8. 8
   Set aside to cool.
9. 9
   For the filling, mix the cream cheese together with the orange juice until smooth.
10. 10
    Open the gelatin packet, add 1/2 teaspoon to the cream cheese mixture and stir vigorously until well mixed.
11. 11
    Pour the mixture into the chilled crust and spread evenly.
12. 12
    Pour the heavy cream and remaining gelatin into a clean bowl.
13. 13
    With an electric mixer, beat the cream mixture until soft peaks form.
14. 14
    Pour the cream over the cream cheese filling and spread it over the top.
15. 15
    Sprinkle orange zest over the pie and refrigerate at lease 2 hours.