Jocelyn’s Favorite Pecan Pie Recipe

My favorite pecan pie recipe is my mom’s long-standing recipe.  I have had it at every Thanksgiving since I was a kid.  It brings fond memories of the time and effort she put into making her homemade pie crust and the pecan filling.  I always requested it growing up especially during the holidays.

The first time I made this recipe I tried using it with her homemade pie crust recipe.  It was a complete flop because I am not a baker at heart.  I know my limitations!  LOL!   I then stuck to what I knew,  which was finding a short cut and I now use the Pillsbury pastry dough that can be found in the refrigerator section at your local grocery store.  That quick addition makes this pie even easier and I still get compliments whenever I make this pie! The best compliment I received was from the stables where I train.  My horse trainers are from Kentucky and they love pie, I would call them pretty tough pie critics.   They ask for it all the time and I always make an additional one for them to keep for themselves!

My mom also taught me how to make my own homemade whipped cream!  It is so easy and it makes this pie taste even better.  If you haven’t ever made homemade whipped cream it is super easy.  I just “eye ball” it and add ingredients.  I usually start with the following:

*2 cups of heavy whipping cream

*1 Tbsp Vanilla  (I like to use alot!)

*1/3 cup of powdered sugar.  More or less to taste.

Mix with a mixer on medium for a minute or so and then switch to high for desired thickness.  The whipped cream cuts some of the sweetness and it is delicious.  On a side note, my favorite pie pan is from Emile Henry.  My mom got it for me when I first got married and I still love it!  I hope this pecan pie becomes a staple when your family gathers.