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Why is pumpkin pie more popular than apple pie on thanksgiving?
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∙ 12y ago
Because the early settlers had an abundunce of pumpkins and less access to apples at that time of the year, therefor the pumpkin pie was more popular.
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How many pumpkin pies are consumed on Thanksgiving?
There are thousands of pumpkin pies that are consumed on Thanksgiving each year. It is estimated that there are more than 10 thousand pumpkin pies consumed on Thanksgiving weekend .
Is it a fact that pumpkin pie needs to be a part of Thanksgiving dinner?
If that is the traditional dessert at your house then yes. People can maintain a family tradition or change it as they like. If pumpkin pie is not your favorite dessert then you can always replace it with something more to your liking such as apple or rhubarb. There really are no "pumpkin pie police" waiting to arrest you if you fail to serve pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving.
Is pumpkin or pecan pie better for Thanksgiving dessert?
I think pumpkin since its more traditional.
What type of presents are the most popular for Christmas?
Popular presents during Christmas are the latest gadgets big companies push out around thanksgiving such as apple products, new electronically toys, tvs, computers, and many more.
Why is Pumpkin pie served on Thanksgiving and not on Halloween?
Because it is more of a harvest food, which is something celebrated at Thanksgiving. Pie and jack 'o lanterns are two different traditions, mind you.
Do more people like apple pie than pumpkin?
well they are both good but i think apple pie is better. It's really your option.
Is Halloween the most popular time for people to make pumpkin cookies?
Halloween would be one of the more popular times for people to make pumpkin cookies. However, the entire autumn and winter season is popular for anything pumpkin since that is the time when pumpkins are harvested and are plentiful.
What are good dessert recipe ideas for Thanksgiving?
Maybe a fast thinking dessert is apple pie not from scratch. Or if you want a big dessert, make apple pie, ice-cream, pecan pie, and much more.Take a big marshmallow, dip it in melted chocolate. Buy those striped cookies with a circle in the middle, stick chocolate covered marshmallow on top so chocolate is showing on cookie. It should look like a pilgrim hat.Maybe the best dessert for Thanksgiving is probably pumpkin pie with whipped cream on top and a vanilla ice cream on the side.If you're going for a classic, try pumpkin pie. But if you wanted to try something more interesting, you could make sweet potato pie or pumpkin souffle. Both recipes are easy and can be found on the internet.
What 2 items are historians sure were on the menu at the first thanksgiving meal?
Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, candied yams, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie is we only heard in class. But there is more than that. I am certain that rice and beans will be in the meals of most Americans. Happy Thanksgiving Day.
What food is made on Thanksgiving?
Lots of food is made on Thanksgiving. Some examples are: turkey stuffing potatoes green bean and onion casserole brussel sprouts cranberry relish cranberry jelly pumpkin pie ...and so much more!
Is sara lee bakery group a union company?
According to americanrightsatwork.org "What's more American than apple pie? Union-made apple pie! Sara Lee pumpkin and apple pies are made by members of BCTGM."
How can you use leftover Halloween decorations to make a Thanksgiving Centerpiece decoration?
A common and simple Thanksgiving centerpiece is a basket of gourds, small pumpkins, and squash. If you're looking for something still easy but more advanced, stick feathers into a medium size pumpkin (like a turkey). Use a wooden skewer to attach a smaller pumpkin to the larger one (as the head) and attach wiggly eyes.
