There are those who claim that after Thanksgiving dinner, they don't have room for a slice of pie. We searched our archives for pie recipes that just might make them change their minds.
Judy Walker's Sweet Potato Pie
The secret to this holiday pie is to par-bake the crust before adding the filling. Don't leave out the orange zest.
This is a quick, classic pecan pie from the master of Louisiana cooking. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream.
This pie looks fancy, but it takes only 15 minutes to put together.
You can use reduced-fat dairy products in this rich, creamy pie if you wish. Or, go gaga and use crunchy peanut butter and a topping of salted peanuts.
Derby Pie is a protected copyright. Just call it Chocolate Chip Pecan pie instead, and serve it up with a dollop of vanilla ice cream.
See our full guide to classic New Orleans recipes for Thanksgiving.
This story was inspired by the archives of the The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate, especially stories by Judy Walker and Ann Maloney.
