Pecan Tarts

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare medium syrup by boiling sugar and water together; set aside to cool.
2. 2
   Add flour and salt to lightly beaten eggs.
3. 3
   Add milk and mix well.
4. 4
   Cook mixture in double boiler until thick and smooth, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   To this add half of the brown syrup and shortening. Remove from fire.
6. 6
   Add vanilla and cool.
7. 7
   Put 2 tablespoons of mixture in each tart shell.
8. 8
   Place 4 pecans on top. Use remaining syrup to cover the pecans and put a tablespoon of whipped cream in the center of each.
9. 9
   Put in icebox and chill. Makes 12 tarts.