"You'll be forgiven if your initial reaction is skepticism and a sternly raised eyebrow. Sour cream raisin pie doesn't have the same delicious ring to it as key lime or Dutch apple pie. To start with, sour cream is not your typical pie filling, and raisins have not been particularly popular as a treat for some time now. But those who have tried this pie can attest that the taste quickly erases any doubt."
"Americans love pie, and that's a fact. According to the American Pie Council, most people prefer it over cake or cookies at holiday dinners. Over $2 billion per year is spent on grocery store pies alone, not even counting restaurant or homemade pies. People have been baking pies for thousands of years, and these days, there are hundreds of different kinds, with apple and pumpkin often reigning supreme on the list of people's favorites."
Sour cream raisin pie features a creamy, tangy custard base made with sour cream, juicy raisins, and a soft, decadent meringue topping. Optional spices like cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon add warm, festive notes comparable to pumpkin pie. The pie maintains popularity at Midwest fairs, bake sales, and competitions, particularly in places like Iowa. The dessert likely traces roots to German immigrants and Mennonite communities and may have evolved from a classic raisin pie once served at funerals and memorials. Grocery store pie spending exceeds $2 billion annually, while apple and pumpkin often remain top favorites.
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