Perfect Pecan Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 dgrees.
2. 2
   In a large saucepan, melt the brown sugar, syrup and butter together with the bourbon, vanilla and salt.
3. 3
   Continue heating the mixture to the boiling point, stirring frequently.
4. 4
   Boild for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Remove pan from heat and let mxture cool.
6. 6
   In a bowl, beat the eggs with the half-and-half until they are light and frothy.
7. 7
   Add to the cooled syrup, beating until the mixture is well incorporated.
8. 8
   Stir in the pecan pieces.
9. 9
   Pour the filling into the pie shell.
10. 10
    Top with a layer of pecan halves.
11. 11
    Bake 45 to 50 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.