Shaker lemon pie - Quiz
  • 1. What is another name for Shaker lemon pie?
A) Shaker citrus crumble
B) Midwest lemon tart
C) North Union lemon cake
D) Ohio lemon pie
  • 2. Which part of the lemon is not used in a Shaker lemon pie?
A) Seeds
B) Peel
C) Pulp
D) Pith
  • 3. In which century was the Shaker lemon pie first made?
A) Late 1800s
B) Early 1800s
C) Early 1700s
D) Mid 1900s
  • 4. Where did the Shaker lemon pie originate?
A) French bakeries
B) Midwestern grocery stores
C) Shaker religious communities
D) British households
  • 5. According to the text, why were lemons imported by North Union?
A) The local soil was too acidic
B) They were a gift from international travelers
C) They were cheaper to buy than grow
D) They could not be grown in the Midwestern climate
  • 6. What is the minimum maceration time for the lemon and sugar mixture?
A) Two hours
B) One hour
C) Twelve hours
D) Four hours
  • 7. What are the three main ingredients of the original pie filling?
A) Lemons, white sugar, and eggs
B) Lemons, brown sugar, and cream
C) Lemons, flour, and butter
D) Lemons, honey, and egg whites
  • 8. How thick should the lemon slices be for the pie?
A) One inch
B) Paper thin
C) Half inch
D) Quarter inch
  • 9. The resulting filling of a Shaker lemon pie is compared to a cross between which two things?
A) Marmalade and lemon curd
B) Jam and custard
C) Jelly and pudding
D) Syrup and lemon butter
  • 10. What are two modern variations for the ingredients in the pie?
A) Limes or honey
B) Meyer lemons or brown sugar
C) Grapefruits or maple syrup
D) Oranges or agave
  • 11. What should be done to the lemon mixture while it macerates?
A) Whisked continuously
B) Stirred every few hours
C) Heated on the stove
D) Kept in the freezer
  • 12. Which of these is a possible flavoring addition mentioned for modern variations?
A) Ginger
B) Nutmeg
C) Cinnamon
D) Vanilla
  • 13. What happens to the sugar during the maceration process?
A) It crystallizes
B) It dissolves
C) It turns into caramel
D) It burns
  • 14. What type of crust can be used for Shaker lemon pie?
A) No crust
B) Lattice or full top
C) Crumb topping only
D) Graham cracker base
  • 15. Besides ginger, what other fruit is mentioned as a possible modern addition?
A) Raspberries
B) Strawberries
C) Blueberries
D) Blackberries
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