where does the name chess pie come from
Chess pie The origin of the name chess pie is unknown, but many theories and folklore have been proposed. The term may have come from the term "pie chest," in which chess pies could be stored because of their high sugar content. Another guess is that it came from a pronunciation of "cheese pie," because the recipes of lemon chess pie and English lemon curd (cheese) are similar. Alternatively, it could have come from a pronunciation of "It's jes' pie" ("it's just pie").[2] Another proposal is that the pie was eaten in a room in which people would play chess.[1]
Fried pie Fast food versions have gained popularity more recently. McDonald's apple pies were introduced on the menu in 1968, but in 1992 they were phased out in favor of a baked pie (claimed to be healthier) in the United States.[2][3] There are some McDonald's restaurants throughout the US and world which still offer the fried pies, including all McDonald's restaurants in the United Kingdom, Japan, and Russia. Flavors include cherry and apple (US mainland), taro (Hawaii), and green bean or red bean (China). The Burger King chain also offers fried pies on its menu, in apple and "wild berry" flavors. Whataburger and Popeyes also offer fried pies.[citation needed]