chess pie

Forms of chess pie

Origin of chess pie

Uncertain; most likely from cheese pie; early versions were similar in texture to British lemon curd pies or cheesecakes, and earlier "cheesecakes" often lacked cheese, instead resembling modern chess pies or chess cakes. Other theories include: * from a Southern pronunciation of (it's) jes' pie, as it contrasts with flavored pies like pecan, cherry, chocolate, etc. * from chest pie, as the high sugar content means it can be stored in a "pie chest" (pie safe) rather than needing refrigeration. * from some association with the game of chess. * from Chester, England.

Related words

• chess cake
• chess tart
• vinegar pie
• sugar pie

Questions about chess pie

What does chess pie mean?

Chess pie means a pie made with eggs, sugar, butter, vanilla, and cornmeal.

What part of speech is chess pie?

Chess pie is a noun.

How do you pronounce chess pie?

Chess pie is pronounced /ˈt͡ʃɛs ˌpaɪ/ (UK).

What is the plural of chess pie?

The plural of chess pie is chess pies.