3 eggs, lightly beaten with fork or whisk
3/4 c. dark corn syrup
3/4 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
2 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. pecan halves
1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
3 tbsp. melted butter

Combine eggs and corn syrup; mix well. Add sugar; mix thoroughly. Stir in salt and vanilla. Let stand about 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, spread pecans evenly on bottom of pie shell. Stir melted butter into syrup mixture; pour over pecans. Be sure all the pecans rise to the top. Bake at 375 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes or until center is firm.