Pecan Pie Bars

If you like Pecan Pie, you will enjoy these bars. 

1-1⁄4 c. all-purpose flour

1⁄2 c. plus 3 T. brown sugar, packed and divided 1⁄2 c. plus 2 T. butter, divided

2 eggs

1⁄2 c. light corn syrup

1 t. vanilla extract

1⁄2 c. chopped pecans

Combine flour with 3 tablespoons brown sugar; cut in 1⁄2 cup butter until coarse crumbs form. Press into a lightly greased 11"x7" baking pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes. While crust is baking, beat eggs in a large bowl and add remaining brown sugar, 2 tablespoons melted butter, corn syrup and vanilla. Blend in pecans and pour mixture into hot crust. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Cool and cut into bars. Makes 2 dozen.

These are really good while still warm.  Call a friend, pour the coffee and sit down and enjoy your time together!