Step 1

Set pie crust out to thaw the night before, in the refrigerator, or set out at room temperature, until thawed.

Step 2

Place pie crust on a baking sheet and set aside.

Step 3

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, melted butter, corn syrup, salt and eggs.

Step 5

Coarsely chop 1 1/2 cups of pecan halves and fold into the pie filling.

Step 6

Pour filling into pie crust.

Step 7

Top with remaining pecan halves.

Step 8

Place pie in the center of a baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the center is set.

Step 9

Let cool and store in the refrigerator before serving.

Step 10

Top with whipped cream, if desired.