🥧 Dolly Parton’s Butterscotch Pie: A Sweet Slice of Southern Comfort! ✨

Ingredients:

• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 3 large egg yolks
• ¼ cup cornstarch
• 2 cups whole milk
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pie Crust:
   If you're using a pre-made pie crust, bake it according to package instructions and set it aside to cool. If you're making your own crust, prepare and bake it beforehand as well.

2. Melt the Butter:
   In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir occasionally to ensure it doesn't burn.

3. Combine Sugar and Egg Yolks:
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and egg yolks until smooth and well combined.

4. Add Cornstarch:
   Stir in the cornstarch to the sugar and egg mixture. This will help thicken the filling as it cooks.

5. Heat Milk:
   Slowly pour in the whole milk while whisking the mixture continuously to avoid lumps. Add the salt at this stage and continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth.

6. Cook the Mixture:
   Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly. As the mixture heats, it will begin to thicken. Keep stirring until it thickens to a pudding-like consistency, which should take around 5 to 7 minutes.

7. Add Vanilla Extract:
   Once the filling has thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

8. Fill the Pie Crust:
   Pour the butterscotch filling into the prepared pie crust. Use a spatula to smooth the filling evenly.

9. Chill the Pie:
   Let the pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.

10. Serve:
    Once the pie is chilled, slice and serve. Optionally, you can top with whipped cream or a sprinkle of brown sugar before serving.

Enjoy your homemade Dolly Parton’s Butterscotch Pie!