Custard pie

Custard Pie is a type of pie that is filled with a mixture of milk or cream, egg yolk, sugar, and sometimes additional flavorings such as vanilla, nutmeg, or lemon. The custard filling is cooked in the pie shell in the oven. The pie can be served either warm or cold, and is often garnished with whipped cream or fruit.

History

The origins of the custard pie can be traced back to medieval Europe, where it was a popular dish among the nobility. The recipe was brought to the United States by early European settlers, and it has since become a staple of American cuisine.

Preparation

The preparation of a custard pie involves several steps. First, the pie shell is prepared, either by making a pastry dough from scratch or by using a pre-made pie shell. The filling is then prepared by combining the milk or cream, egg yolks, sugar, and flavorings in a bowl and whisking them together until smooth. The filling is poured into the pie shell, and the pie is baked in the oven until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.

Variations

There are many variations of the custard pie, including the pumpkin pie, which is a type of custard pie made with pumpkin puree and spices, and the lemon meringue pie, which is a custard pie with a lemon-flavored filling and a topping of meringue.

In popular culture

Custard pies have also been used as a comedic device in slapstick comedy, where they are often thrown in the faces of unsuspecting characters. This practice is known as a "pie in the face".

See also

• List of pies, tarts and flans
• Custard tart
• Quiche