New Orleans Black Walnut Pie

Submitted by Chef #505667

"A sweet treat that will make your Mardi Gras."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 10mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 1 pie
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup black walnut pieces
• 9 inches unbaked pie shells

directions

1. Cream shortening, sugar and flour.
2. Add syrup and beat well.
3. Add eggs, flavoring and salt; blend well.
4. Add black walnuts.
5. Place in unbaked pie shell and bake for 10 minutes at 400°F, then turn down oven to 325°F and continue baking for 35 minutes.