Best 5 Poor Mans Pie Milk Pie Recipes

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Poor Man's Pie, also known as Milk Pie, is a delightful and economical dessert that has been passed down through generations. Its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation make it a favorite among home cooks. This delectable treat features a creamy, custard-like filling enveloped in a flaky crust. With just a few pantry staples, you can whip up this classic dessert in no time.

The Milk Pie recipe in this article offers a traditional take on this timeless dish. With its smooth and creamy filling made from milk, sugar, eggs, and flour, it delivers a comforting and nostalgic flavor. The Flaky Pie Crust recipe provides step-by-step instructions for creating a golden and flaky crust that perfectly complements the creamy filling.

For those who prefer a twist on the classic, there are two additional recipes included in the article. The Chocolate Milk Pie recipe adds a rich and indulgent chocolate flavor to the traditional filling, while the No-Bake Milk Pie recipe offers a convenient option that doesn't require any oven time.

No matter which recipe you choose, Poor Man's Pie is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and bring back fond memories. Its simplicity and affordability make it an ideal dessert for everyday enjoyment or special occasions.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRANDMA'S POOR MAN'S PIE



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This is an even simpler recipe that I grew up with (I've looked at the other recipes for Poor Man's Pie and Sugar Cream Pie - the other name for this type pie.) My grandmother's recipe was a 2-2/3-3 formula. It was called Poor Man's Pie because farmers always had the ingredients handy.

Provided by ganymede

Categories     Pie

Time 35m

Yield 1 Pie, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups heavy cream (Whipping Cream)
2/3 cup sugar (you can use white or brown, but Grandma always used white.)
3 tablespoons flour
butter, pats
nutmeg

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350º.
  • Mix the cream, sugar, and flour.
  • Pour into an unbaked 8" pie shell.
  • Float several thin pats of butter on top.
  • Sprinkle with ground nutmeg.
  • Bake at 350º for 30-45 minutes or until top is a nice golden brown.
  • Chill, then refrigerate until ready to serve.

POOR MAN'S PIE



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This is an awesome recipe that I got from my coworker. It can be modified in many ways, including for the slow cooker. It's a simple meal of things you often already have on hand that really sticks to the bones, and it can also be a fun way to use up some leftovers.

Provided by KatieDarling

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Shepherd's Pie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
1 pinch onion powder, or to taste
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained
5 cups mashed potatoes
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes; season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drain excess grease. Stir cream of mushroom soup and green beans into ground beef and bring to a simmer.
  • Spread ground beef mixture into a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over ground beef mixture. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 66.7 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1041.5 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

POOR MAN'S PIE



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I searched this out originally for a friend who wanted to recreate a pie from her childhood. Now I'm posting it for a request on the boards. I haven't made it, so let me know what you think about it.

Provided by Mysterygirl

Categories     Pie

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 9 inch pie shell
1 cup brown sugar or 1 cup white sugar, but brown tastes better
1/3 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups light cream
3 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Line a large 9-inch pie plate with rolled out pastry dough, prick with a fork and bake for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and reduce heat to 350°F.
  • In a small bowl, combine sugar, flour and salt.
  • Mix well and spread evenly over the bottom of the crust.
  • Warm cream in the microwave, (warm, not hot) and then carefully pour the warmed cream over the sugar mixture, completely covering it.
  • In bits, dab butter over the cream.
  • Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes to an hour, or until golden spots form on the top.
  • The filling will seem liquid but will become firmer as it cools.

POOR MAN'S PIE



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This is a recipe that my mom used when they didn't have much but milk and sugar and flour. There are several recipes that I found on-line but finally found her old recipe. This is simple but very tasty.

Provided by Donna Luna

Categories     Pies

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup all purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
dash salt

Steps:

  • 1. Have a pie crust prepared.
  • 2. Cook over heat all the above ingredients except the vanilla. When the mixture thickens, add vanilla and pour into pie crust.
  • 3. Let cool and serve with Cool Whip.

OLD FASHIONED MILK PIE



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My son-in-law has been trying to replicate (for years) a childhood favorite his mother made -- milk pie! We all laughed and teased him until I found this delicious version which I'm sure is destined to become a family tradition.

Provided by Diana

Categories     Pie

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 unbaked pie shell
1/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
2/3 cup white sugar
3 1/2 tablespoons flour
1 dash salt
1/2 cup cream (or 1/2 and 1/2)
milk
nutmeg or cinnamon, your preference

Steps:

  • Mix sugar, flour and salt in pie shell with your finger.
  • Add the cream.
  • Finish filling crust with milk.
  • Sprinkle with nutmeg (or cinnamon).
  • Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, then 350°F for 40 minutes.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of evaporated milk.
  • Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or almond extract for a more complex flavor.
  • If you don't have a pie crust, you can use a graham cracker crust or a cookie crust.
  • To make a gluten-free pie, use a gluten-free pie crust.
  • Serve the pie chilled or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Poor man's pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover milk and bread, and it is also a budget-friendly option. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious pie that the whole family will enjoy.

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