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MORG'S DINER GRAHAM CRACKER PIE
My dad's family grew up in Waterloo, IA and used to frequent Morg's Diner where they served this vanilla pudding pie. His mom also made it, but alas didn't save the recipe for future generations. I requested this recipe from "Ladies Home Journal" in their "You Asked For It" feature, and I looked eagerly at every issue, until three years later when it was published in their magazine. It is now both of my children's favorite dessert, too!
Provided by Roxygirl in Colorado
Categories Pie
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Crust:.
- Combine the 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 Tablespoons sugar in small bowl.
- Press mixture into lightly greased 9-inch pie pan.
- Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes (or less since you don't want a super crusty bottom, so that the crust "melds" with the filling.).
- Filling: Combine 1 cup sugar, 3 Tablespoons each flour and cornstarch and salt in a large saucepan.
- Gradually whisk in the 3 cups milk until smooth, and slowly bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Stir occasionally and when it comes to a full boil, continue for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and gradually whisk in the 3 large egg yolks (I do this by separating a cup of hot mixture in small bowl and gradually whisking in the egg yolks and then putting the mixture back into the saucepan, whisking all the way. This will prevent curdling).
- Return to cook and slowly bring it back to a boil and let it cook for 1 minute; remove from heat.
- Stir in the vanilla.
- Pour into the prepared pie pan and immed. prepare meringue (meringue adheres better pie when filling is still hot).
- Meringue:.
- Dissolve 1 Tablespoon cornstarch in 1 Tablespoon water, then whisk into water and microwaved till thickened (about 20 seconds).
- Cool (for faster cooling, put mixture in small aluminum bowl and set over bigger bowl of ice water, stirring, for about 5 min.).
- Using mixer combine the 3 reserved egg whites, pinch of cream of tartar and beat until foamy and gradually add in 1/4 cup sugar. Add the cooled cornstarch mixture and continue to beat to stiff glossy peaks.
- Spread meringue over chilled pie and sprinkle top with extra 2 Tablespoons graham cracker crumbs.
- Bake 12-15 minutes at 325°F (studies show that baking the meringue for a bit longer at the lower temp help prevent it from weeping) or until golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.3, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 292.1, Carbohydrate 56.3, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 39.4, Protein 8.5
GRAHAM CRACKER PIE
Steps:
- To Make Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Mix well, then stir in softened butter or margarine. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Generously grease an 8 inch pie pan. Press graham cracker mixture evenly into pan. Chill until ready to use.
- To Make Filling: In a heavy saucepan, mix together sugar, flour, and salt. Gradually add milk, stirring well. Add egg yolks and whisk until mixture is smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens. Stir in vanilla extract and allow mixture to cool.
- Pour cooled filling into crust and chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 71.3 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 133.5 mg, Sugar 25.4 g
GRAHAM CRACKER PUDDING PIE
Mom's graham cracker pudding pie. Everyone loves it. Best served with a huge scoop of whipped cream!
Provided by K
Categories Desserts Pies Slab Pie Recipes
Time 4h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine pudding mix and milk in a large saucepan. Prepare according to package directions.
- Cover the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan with a layer of graham crackers. Pour hot pudding mixture over graham cracker layer. Cover pudding with another layer of graham crackers. Chill at least 4 hours before serving. Garnish with whipped cream and crushed graham crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.4 calories, Carbohydrate 55.2 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 358.3 mg, Sugar 27.3 g
MIMI'S GRAHAM CRACKER PIE
Sound weird? But, it is good. It came from my mother-in-law and it was in her family for years. I think it is an old-fashioned dessert. I haven't seen many recipes for it. My grandkids love it.
Provided by Mimi in Maine
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 1 pie
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- CRUST:.
- Mix the first three ingredients well.
- Press into a pie plate, saving about 3 tablepoons for the top.
- Bake at 400 degrees till lightly browned, about 7-8 minutes.
- FILLING:.
- In a saucepan put the milk, sugar, cornstarch, salt, and egg yolks.
- Cook over medium heat till it comes to a boil; boil about 1/2 to 1 minute and take off the heat.
- Add the vanilla and let sit a minute while making meringue.
- Whip the eggs whites using a couple of tablespoons of sugar to make a meringue.
- Put the custard in the graham line pie plate.
- Add the meringue and saved graham cracker topping.
- 400 degrees till golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1874.1, Fat 97.9, SaturatedFat 54.5, Cholesterol 608.4, Sodium 2489, Carbohydrate 224, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 137.7, Protein 28.8
GRAHAM CRACKER PIE SHELL
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Spray 10-inch pie plate with cooking spray.
- In food processor combine crumbs, butter and oil. Process until mixture is well blended. Add a few drops of water if mixture is too dry.
- Press crumbs into pan, and bake for 6 to 9 minutes until just lightly tinged brown. Let stand on wire rack until thoroughly cooled.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 196, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 145 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pie.
- Make sure your butter is cold. This will help to create a flaky crust.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the crust tough.
- Chill the dough before baking. This will help to prevent the crust from shrinking.
- Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Let the pie cool before slicing and serving. This will allow the filling to set properly.
Conclusion:
Graham cracker pie is a classic American dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy filling and flaky crust, it's the perfect pie for any occasion. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or just a weeknight dessert, this pie is sure to be a hit.
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