Pecan Pie Bars

Growing up, my mom always made pecan pie. However, I couldn't stand it! I thought pecans were gross! But I found this recipe for pecan pie bars. I figured my parents would enjoy it. But I have to admit, while they were cooking, I thought it smelled amazing! So I had to try one. Turns out I do enjoy them! :)

Pecan Pie Bars

2 c flour

1 c brown sugar, divided

1 c butter, melted

1 egg, beaten

1 can sweetened condensed milk

1 tsp vanilla

1 c chopped pecans

Heat oven to 350. Spray bottom of 9x13 baking pan. In lg. bowl, cmobine flour, 1/2 c brown sugar, and butter. Spread on bottom of prepared pan. Bake 20 min. In a mixing bowl, beat together egg, condensed milk, vanilla, and remaining brown sugar. Stir in pecans. Pour on top of baked cookie layer. Bake 25 min. Cool & cut into bars. Store at room temp.