Water Pie
Born out of the Great Depression, the main ingredient in this pie is water.
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Mock Pecan Pie
This desperation pie, also known as “Oatmeal Pie,” is said to have been created in the 1860s in the Civil War South when pecans were in short supply.
Classic Chess Pie
While chess pie’s rich, custard-like filling may not have the tanginess of its buttermilk pie cousin, what it does bring to the table is pure, simple sweetness.
Ellerbee’s Chocolate Fudge Pie
This simple but delicious pie dates back to Tennessee sometime between the late 1800s and early 1900s, and remains a popular dessert even today.
Sugar Cream Pie
Named the official state pie of Indiana in 2009, sugar cream pie (also called Hoosier sugar cream pie, Quebec sugar cream pie, and Tartes au sucre) is a simple but delicious pie.
Southern Egg Pie
A close cousin of chess and buttermilk pies, egg pie (also known as egg custard pie) is a custard-based confection made with eggs, sugar, and milk or cream baked in a flaky crust.
Mock Apple Pie
While it may only be mind over matter, most folks will agree that mock apple pie looks, smells, and tastes like real apple pie.
