1 unbaked 9" pie crust
2 tbsp. butter
1/3 c. firmly packed light or dark brown sugar
1/2 c. chopped pecans

Bake crust in preheated 425 degree oven, 5 minutes. Combine butter and sugar in small heavy pan, constantly stir over moderate heat until sugar has melted and mixture bubbles. Remove from heat; stir in pecans. Spread evenly in crust, return to 425 degree oven, bake for another 5 minutes. Remove to wire rack; let cool while preparing filling. Reduce oven heat to 375 degrees.