Caramel Pecan Pie

36 Kraft caramels

1/4 c Water

1/4 c Margarine

3/4 c Sugar

1/4 t Salt

1/2 t Vanilla

3 Eggs,beaten

1 c Pecan halves

1 9 " unbaked pastry shell

Melt caramels with water & margarine in a saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally until smooth.Combine sugar,salt & eggs. Gradually add caramel sauce;Mix well. Stir in pecan halves & pour into pastry shell.Bake @ 350 degree for 40 minutes.Pie filling will appear soft,but becomes firm as it cools.