the thing about pumpkin chiffon pie is that it's tradition.
the thing about pumpkin chiffon pie is that if you use pre-made graham cracker crusts, it takes exactly the same amount of effort to make 4 pies as it does to make one. so always make the full recipe.
the thing about pumpkin chiffon pie is that when you look in the fridge and see FOUR PIES, you feel rich.
the thing about pumpkin chiffon pie is knowing that if someone were to drop by unexpectedly, you could say, "please come in. i have pie." and they would think you are awesome. even if you are still in your pajamas.
the thing about pumpkin chiffon pie is that when you wake up too early and can't get back to sleep, at least you have something to write about.
the thing about pumpkin chiffon pie is that it signals the start of the holiday season. and girls in red dresses.
the thing about pumpkin chiffon pie is how cute are these mini pies my sister made?
the thing about pumpkin chiffon pie is it's my 1950s entrepreneurial grandmother's recipe. my favorite vintage photo of her + the recipe are right here.
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