Apple pie: UK vs. USA
Who can say no to a slice of apple pie? Apple pie is a typical American dish, right? It’s a classic, comforting food that many U.S. households know and love, but the truth lies elsewhere.
In terms of written references, the first was dated back to 1381, England. Even the slices of apple aren’t as American as we might have hoped, as they originate in Asia. So, why do we all believe wholeheartedly that this is ours to claim? Well, it can all be traced back to an ad for suits, of all things, which appeared in the Gettysburg Times with the phrase “New Lestz Suits that are as American as apple pie.” Need we say more?
The original recipe didn’t call for any sugar. Instead, it instructed bakers to pack a pastry crust with apples, pears, raisins, and figs! But our favorite little tidbit is that the man who authored this recipe also authored The Canterbury Tales!
