Maple Pecan Squares

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F; have ready an ungreased 9-inch square cake pan.

2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar, rub in butter to make coarse crumbs.

3. 3

   Pat evenly and firmly into pan and bake for 5 minutes; remove from oven and set aside.

4. 4

   Increase oven temperature to 425F.

5. 5

   In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and maple syrup and bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Reduce heat and simmer gently for 5 minutes, then let cool for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Pour this syrup mixture into a mixing bowl and whisk in the eggs, vanilla and flour until smooth, then stir in pecans.

8. 8

   Pour over base, return pan to oven, and bake for 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Reduce heat to 350F and continue to bake until firm, about 15 more minutes.

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