1 1/4 c. light corn syrup
1/2 c. sugar
1/3 c. baking cocoa
1/3 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
3 eggs
3 tbsp. butter, softened
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chopped pecans
1 unbaked pastry shell (9-inches)
whipped cream (optional)

In a large mixing bowl, beat the first 8 ingredients until smooth. Stir in nuts; pour into pie shell.

Bake at 350°F for 55 to 60 minutes or until set. Cool completely. Garnish with whipped cream, if desired.