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Cross-era - Pacific Northwest fruit farmers and home bakers.
Marionberry pie showcases the marionberry, a blackberry variety developed in Oregon, baked into a sweet-tart pie that highlights Pacific Northwest fruit agriculture. The pie has become a regional dessert favorite, representing local farming innovation and the Pacific Northwest's berry-rich culinary tradition.
Difficulty
Medium
Prep time
20 minutes
Cook time
50 minutes
Total time
1 hour 10 minutes
Servings
8
Region
Pacific Northwest
Era introduced
Cross-era
Introduced by
Pacific Northwest fruit farmers and home bakers.
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The marionberry, developed in Oregon in the mid-20th century, quickly became the signature berry of the Pacific Northwest. Marionberry pie celebrates this local crop's flavor with a traditional lattice or full crust pastry filled with sweetened marionberries. This pie is a fixture at county fairs, family picnics, and summer gatherings, reflecting the region's agricultural pride and the broader American love for fruit pies highlighting local ingredients.
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