CRUST:

Use a 9" unbaked pie shell.

FILLING:

2 eggs
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. cornstarch
1/2 c. melted butter
1/4 c. praline liqueur (optional)
1 c. chopped pecans (may substitute walnuts)
6 oz. pkg. chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Beat eggs slightly. Combine sugar and cornstarch and gradually add to eggs, mixing well. Stir in melted butter. Add the praline liqueur. Add pecans and the chocolate chips. Pour into unbaked shell. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Cool. Garnish with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. Spoon 1 tablespoon praline liqueur over all.