Created by the American Pie Council, January 23 -- or 1/23 -- is recognized as National Pie Day because "celebrating the wholesome goodness of pie is as easy as 1-2-3."
Some quick facts about pie taken from the Council's website (linked above):
- There are 231 varieties of apple pie
- Apple pie is the favorite of 36 million Americans
- Pumpkin pie was first introduced to the holiday table at the pilgrim's second Thanksgiving in 1623
- Pecan pie is the third most popular pie in the country
When you need something sweet, what Cheshire bakery is first on your list? Two possible choices are and .
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