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- January 23: National Pie Day http://www.piecouncil.org/pie_events/nat...
- Origin: Ancient Egypt, 2000 B.C.
- Pie can be open-faced or have a top crust
- Crusts are often dusted with egg wash for a golden brown color
- 1590: First historical mention of apple pie
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Though traditionally thought of as desserts in the United States, pies can have nearly any edible filling and be served at any time of day. The only restrictions are a baked pastry shell that must partially surround the filling.
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Origin and Practices
The modern pie originated in England, where meat and other savory pies are as common as the sweet variety. Some common meat pies include steak and kidney and minced beef.In modern American kitchens, chicken pot pie is a common entree, though the chicken can be replaced with beef, turkey or even lamb. It has become so common that pot pies are even served frozen and can be heated in the microwave.
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Dessert Pies
According to a Crisco survey, apple pie is the most popular dessert pie in America, followed by pumpkin. Sweet pies can also be made with blackberries, blueberries, pecans and cherries. Custard and cream pies are also common in American cuisine. Banana cream pie is made with bananas, custard, vanilla extract or chocolate. -
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Pies Questions
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What is your favorite part of Boston Cream Pie? 4 AnswersFunny, I just finished a piece right before I saw this question. The chocolate ganish on the top was superb! And sooo easy to make...semi sweet chocolate, hea... read more -
Got a link to the recipe for Apple roquefort bacon pie? 3 AnswersI'm so trying this! This unusual apple pie from Ron Silver and Jen Bervin's "Bubby's Homemade Pies" produces a succulent savory-sweet dessert. Pastry for a 12-i... read more -
Does anybody know a great, easy recipe for pumpkin pie? 2 AnswersThis one is yummy I make it a lot for my husband and Grandkids. Hope you enjoy! LIBBY'S® Famous Pumpkin Pie Ingredients: * 3/4 cup granulated sugar * 1 te... read more -
I want to bake an apple pie this weekend. Recipe recommendation anyone? 2 AnswersAllrecipes.com has a fantastic apple pie recipe. I've made this myself, and it's great. Highly recommended. And it has the best rating for any recipe I've ever ... read more
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