it's history. At Derby time there a lots and lots of parties and luncheons on the lawn and this pie was a favorite. It is still served but not just at Derby time. There is a restaurant which has patented the name "Derby Pie" but there are several variations out there. This one is the best, in my opinion.
Recipe By : Sitara
Serving Size : 10 Preparation Time :2:00
Categories : Pies & Pastry
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/4 cup butter -- melted
1 cup sugar
3 large egg
3/4 cup Karo syrup, light
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons good bourbon
1 1/2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped pecans
1 pie crust (9 inch) --see my pie crust recipe
In mixing bowl beat butter, sugar, eggs, corn syrup salt and vanilla together until
creamy. Beat in bourbon. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts.
Pour into pie shell and bake at 350º 40 - 50 minutes until pie is browning at the crust and starting to 'poof' in the center.
Cool on a rack, thoroughly, before cutting.
To serve re-warm and serve with ice cream or chantilly cream.