Pecan pie is a classic American recipe that has been a tradition at many holiday gathering. Pecans are abundant in the south, and the advent of the pecan pie is most commonly attributed to French settlers in the Louisiana region who were originally introduced to pecans by the Native Americans. The makers of Karo syrup popularized the tasty dessert in the 1930s, and it has been a staple on many holiday menus across the states since.
