Pies
DAILY DOUBLE!!!
Which flavor is considered the most popular in the United States?
Apple pie.
Which country produces the most cheese in the world?
The United States of America, producing over 5.5 million tons per year.
Who invented the deep-fried Oreo?
Charlie Boghosian (known as "Chicken Charlie") invented deep-fried Oreos in 2002.
Which fruit is known as the "world's favorite fruit" and grows on herb-like plants rather than trees?
The Banana.
True or False: All authentic Mexican mole sauces contain chocolate.
False. While many (like mole poblano) do, not all varieties contain chocolate.
Roughly when can the origins of pie, including early, grain-filled crusts, be traced back to?
The ancient Egyptians, around 6000 BC.
Which country consumes the most cheese per person, averaging 61 pounds per year?
Denmark.
What is the highest temperature the Corn Roast booth uses for roasting ears of corn?
The corn is roasted at 575 degrees.
What fruit has a tough, spiky outer skin and a yellow, sweet, or tart interior?
Pineapple.
What are nopales?
They are the pads of the nopal cactus, which are cleaned, chopped, and used in salads, tacos, and stews.
In 1644, which leader famously banned Christmas, leading to a prohibition on mince pies?
Oliver Cromwell.
What are the holes in Swiss cheese called?
Eyes.
Besides Oreos, what was another early fried dessert creation by "Chicken Charlie"?
Deep-fried Twinkies.
Botanically speaking, are tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers considered fruits or vegetables?
They are considered fruits because they develop from a flower and contain seeds.
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What is the popular street food elote?
Grilled corn on the cob, traditionally topped with mayonnaise, cheese, chili powder, and lime juice.
What is the name of the town in New Mexico located on U.S. Highway 60 known for its namesake food?
Pie town.
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What is a person who loves cheese called?
A Turophile.
Roughly how many menu items are served at the Minnesota State Fair?
Nearly 300 food concessions serve around 1,600 menu items.
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Which popular fruit has a water content of approximately 92%?
Watermelon.
What ingredient gives the soup Pozole its characteristic hearty, chewy texture?
Corn hominy.
Approximately how many pumpkin pies are estimated to be baked and eaten annually, according to a major supplier?
Over 50 million.
What gives Red Leicester cheese its distinct orange color?
Mascarpone.
What is the most common topping for funnel cake?
Powdered sugar.
What is the name of the rare, tropical fruit that is often called "dragon fruit" due to its bright, scale-like exterior?
Pitaya.
What is the name of the traditional, flat, often clay griddle used to cook tortillas and roast vegetables?
A comal.