Mystery Pecan Pie

Prepare your favorite pie crust recipe and place into 8" or 9" pie plate.

1 8 oz. pkg cream cheese
1/3 c. sugar
1 egg
1 t. vanilla
1/4 t. salt
Beat in small bowl until thick and creamy. Set aside.

Beat 3 eggs in a mixing bowl until well blended. Add:
1/4 c. sugar
1 c. light corn syrup
1 t. vanilla
Blend well.

Spread cream cheese mixture in bottom of pie crust. Sprinkle with 1 1/4 cup chopped pecans. Press nuts slightly into cream cheese mixture. GENTLY pour corn syrup mixture over pecans.

Bake at 375 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes or until center is firm to the touch. Cool completely before cutting.