Ivy House Southern Pecan Pie

Source: Ivy House Restaurant - Williamsburg, Virginia

1 (8-inch) thin, rich pie crust
2 whole large eggs
2/3 cup yellow sugar
2/3 cup white Karo syrup
2/3 cup pecans, chopped
1/3 tablespoon vanilla extract

Heat oven to 300 degrees F.

Beat eggs lightly with a spoon until just frothy. Add sugar; beat about 1 minute. Add Karo syrup; fold in pecans. Add vanilla extract; pour into unbaked pastry shell. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes.

Makes 1 (8-inch) pie.