Butterscotch Pie 🥧🍮

Ingredients:
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup cornstarch
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 2 cups whole milk
– 3 egg yolks, beaten
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 pre-baked pie crust
– Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Directions:
1. Mix the brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan.
2. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
3. Cook over medium heat, stirring until it thickens and bubbles.
4. Continue to cook and stir for 2 more minutes.
5. Whisk 1/2 cup of the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks.
6. Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring.
7. Remove from heat, add butter and vanilla, and mix until combined.
8. Pour the filling into the pie crust.
9. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 4 hours or until set.
10. Add whipped cream if desired before serving.
Note: For a richer flavor, consider using dark brown sugar.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes (including chilling)
Calories: 320 per slice
Servings: 8