1. Prepare 9 ” glass pie plate. Do not spray pan. Set aside.
2. Melt butter in microwave on high for 40 seconds or until melted
3. Mix flour, pecans brown sugar and cinnamon with melted butter in bowl, toss to coat.
4. Form crust by pressing mixture into glass pie plate.
5. Bake at 425 for 7 minutes.
6. Remove from oven, set aside until filling is prepared.
7. Reduce oven to 350 degrees.
8. Prepare filling. Combine all ingredients in large bowl until smooth and blended.
9. Pour into partially baked spice nut crust.
10. Bake at 350 for 50-55 minutes or until center of pie is done. Pie will have a shiny top and no cracks due to condensed milk. Remove from oven, let cool before serving.
11. Serve with whipped cream, edible acorns and maple leaves if desired.

Topping option: Praline Almond or Pecan Topping Crumble.

Praline Almond Topping Ingredients:
2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar 1 egg, 2 tablespoons dark corn syrup,1 tablespoon butter, melted, and 1 cup toasted chopped almonds or pecans.

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients, stir well.  Spoon topping evenly over baked pie, then bake an additional 15 minutes to brown.