Rhonda Gibson's Simple Pecan Pie

Rhonda Gibson lives in New Mexico with her husband, James. She has two children and two beautiful grandchildren. Reading is something she has enjoyed her whole life, and writing stemmed from that love. When she isn't writing or reading, she enjoys gardening, beading and playing with her dog, Sheba. She speaks at conferences and local writing groups. You can visit her at her website or blog, where she enjoys chatting with readers and friends online. Rhonda hopes her writing will entertain, encourage and bring others closer to God. Learn more about Rhonda and her writing HERE. 

Rhonda's Latest Book Release: A Pony Express Christmas 

When Jake Bridges suddenly finds himself the guardian of his orphaned niece, he knows he needs a wife. What does a stock tender at a pony express station know about raising little girls? A marriage of convenience to the child's caretaker is the most practical solution.

A mail-order marriage seems like Leah Hollister's last chance to know the simple joys of family life. But then she receives word that her would-be groom is dead. Now Jake proposes she marry him. She knows love isn't necessary. Yet the more she learns of sweet Molly's kindhearted uncle, the more she dreams of a true partnership with the man who has unexpectedly captured her heart. Buy the book HERE. 

Rhonda's Simple Pecan Pie

1/4 cup butter
2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
dash of salt
3/4 cup corn syrup
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup pecan halves

Cream together butter, brown sugar and salt, and stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into a pastry shell and bake at 450 degrees for 10 minutes. Then reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake 30 to 35 minutes. Cool and serve.