Instructions: Prepare the crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.Add cold cubed butter and using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, cornmeal, flour, and salt.Stir in melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Bake the pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
Cool : Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before serving.
Serve: Slice and serve the Southern Chess Pie at room temperature or chilled. Enjoy the comforting flavors of the South!
Storage: Store any leftover pie slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.