Chess Pie

Step 1

Roll pie crust out about 12-inches then roll up around rolling pin and transfer to a standard pie plate. Unroll and shape into pie plate and decorate edges as desired. Chill until crust is firm, at least 1 hour.

Step 2

Melt butter in a medium, light-colored skillet. Let cook, stirring frequently until it has a nutty aroma and has browned (careful not to burn it, it should be an amber brown). Pour into a dish and let cool 1 hour.

Step 3

Place a baking sheet in oven and preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl beat eggs lightly to blend.

Step 5

In a separate mixing bowl whisk together granulated sugar, cornmeal, flour and salt.

Step 6

Pour in browned butter, milk, vinegar and vanilla to sugar mixture and blend. Add eggs and mix until well combined.

Step 7

Pour into prepared crust and bake on baking sheet in preheated oven until edges are set but center just wiggles slightly, about 45 - 55 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer to a wire rack to cool 30 minutes before slicing and serving. Store pie in refrigerator.