big mother's chess pie

(1 RATING)
58 Pinches
Toledo, OH
Updated on Oct 30, 2011

This version of the Southern favorite was passed down through my father's side of the family. it's a favorite at Thanksgiving, or whenever the extended family gets together.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake
yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 5 - eggs
  • 2 3/4 cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornmeal
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 2 sticks butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 - unbaked pie shells

How To Make big mother's chess pie

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350.
  • Step 2
    Beat eggs well.
  • Step 3
    Add sugar, flour, cornmeal, vinegar, evaporated milk, melted butter and vanilla. Continue beating as each ingredient is added.
  • Step 4
    Pour into unbaked pie shells.
  • Step 5
    Bake 30-35 minutes at 350.

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Category: Pies
Method: Bake
Culture: Southern
Ingredient: Eggs

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