Pecan Upside Down Cake

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Prepare the topping:
   • Melt 1/2 cup of butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
   • Add the brown sugar and stir until it’s completely dissolved and combined with the butter.
   • Pour this mixture into the bottom of the prepared cake pan.
   • Arrange the pecan halves on top of the butter and sugar mixture in a decorative pattern.
3. Make the cake batter:
   • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
   • Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.