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I have been making this pie for years. Got the recipe from dear old mother. It is so tasty, refreshing and delicious! I like it because sometimes I have a hard time making the regular lemon pie, don't know why. Anyway...make this, you won't be sorry I guarantee!!! <\/p>
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I've made this twice. My son took one in to the restaurant where he works. They didn't serve it to the guests, but all of his co-workers loved it. I'm making it again for us to eat at home.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-07-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Saa406"},"reviewBody":"As written this is excellent, but I needed to reduce some of the sugar and fat, so I adjusted the recipe and hubby still loved it. Adjustments: 1\/2 c. powdered Xylitol & 1\/2c white sugar; used 2 whole eggs + 1 yolk; cut butter to 1 T; added 1 T more cornstarch, lemon zest, plus lemon juice; used 3\/4c light sour cream; and added 1\/8t salt. Oh, I added the zest to the eggs so it would get cooked. I made an 8\" w.w. pastry flour crust. I used whipping cream (not Heavy cream) and added a packet of True Lemon and 1\/4 t. cream of tartar. Sigh... sugar and fat make everything so tasty, but they are a killer for those with high cholesterol.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-11-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Crpegg"},"reviewBody":"
Made this for the first time and it was excellent! I was a bit unsure about the amount of sour cream but it\u2019s a great pie <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-10-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jessie731"},"reviewBody":"So easy and SO DELICIOUS. It has become a staple in my family. I have lots of lemon LOVERS who like it with extra zest and for my not so lemon lovers I add it sparingly. Everyone requests it for family gatherings. Switch out the lemon juice and lemon zest with lime too! It\u2019s so so damn good!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-08-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CarissaCreighton"},"reviewBody":"I'm confused why Nancy rated it 2 stars when she was so satisfied with the recipe... everyone here, (6, including 3 under 6 and 1 more under 8) LOVED this recipe ?? definitely a staple from here on out!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-05-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Ewarmooth16"},"reviewBody":"This is my favorite pie to make!!! It is so good and easy to make. I like mine with a normal pie cuts instead of gram cracker. And for all the people who say get a premade crust and use an instant pudding it's not the same!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"back2basicsmamma"},"reviewBody":"I agree, kathidahl! This is a delicious lemon pie recipe and is a definite keeper. Recipes that use \"real foods\" aren't in the same league as those that use \"boxed chemicals\" for taste . . . not to mention health. Thanks for a great recipe Martha!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Pat"},"reviewBody":"Recipe sounds excellent. I am adding it to my Thanksgiving list! It will be made according to recipe and the suggestion on making a pie with instant lemon pudding and can of whipped cream absolutely gives me goosebumps. Sounds totally gross!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-10-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lkreed"},"reviewBody":"We found another version of this in a little local grocery store in Lincoln City, OR and I had to search for the recipe so I could make it once I got home. I found this one and knew it would be good, and it didn't disapoint us. This is the best pie EVER!! I have already made one with a homemade cookie crumb crust and it was awesome. I am making it with Trader Joe's pie crust tonight and my husband is already drooling. Make this....it's worth it!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-01-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Pat"},"reviewBody":"Oh, my gosh! This was amazing! Very refreshing. I am not a lemon lover, so I was concerned this would be too lemony. Because of that, I omitted the lemon rind. This was so good! Easy prep. Followed instructions to a tee - except for the lemon rind. Highly recommend.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"TodVanlonet"},"reviewBody":"This is the 2nd time I have made thus recipe. It is the perfect Lemon Sour Cream Pie recipe. When I was pregnant 24 years ago with my son, this was my craving! I changed only two things both times: I made a 1-1\/2 times batch of filling to ensure I wouldn't have to skimp. And I swirled the sour cream into the lemon curd before it was completely cooled. . .about 25 minutes after removing it from the stove top. . .then I chilled it overnight in a refrigerator dish before pouring into my pie shell first thing in the morning to set.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-05-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Saudbox"},"reviewBody":"I have made this a couple of times now it\u2019s very good,but the second time I made it I put some lemon curd in the whipping cream, not to improve it just my preference. I am lemon crazy ?? Excellent pie Martha S Thx for posting.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-05-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dzz1qy"},"reviewBody":"Very good! I used graham cracker crust because I like that!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-05-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mrs.mark"},"reviewBody":"We loved this pie. It was creamy with just the right mixture of sweet and tart. I made two changes. I substituted 1\/2 cup of maple syrup instead of the sugar, and I added a tsp of cream of tarter to the whipped cream since I wanted it to hold its shape for a couple of days.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"caspgs"},"reviewBody":"Excellent & so easy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"annie1992"},"reviewBody":"I also agree, this is a delicious pie recipe and I wouldn't eat instant lemon pudding on a double dog dare, ugh. And it's not all that hard to mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter to make a crust, and it's a whole lot cheaper than buying one premade.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-06-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cynthiaseydler"},"reviewBody":"First place, in a pie contest. great!!!! Made again and left out all the lemon peel and juice. Add two teaspoons of vanilla. Called it sour cream vanilla pie .Great","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SusanStockman"},"reviewBody":"Very creamy, not tart enough, maybe more lemon less sour cream would work.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"HarleyDana"},"reviewBody":"I made this pie last night and came out so so i would actually cut back on the amount of lemon juice and not use the lemon zest... it was just to lemonie for my taste buds ... maybe in addition to the sour cream thrown in a tub of cool whip","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Coryskitchen"},"reviewBody":"I loved it, hubby said \"too tart\" as he was eating his second piece! 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Highly recommend.","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"01\/28\/2021 19:00","GUID":"8b34b1a08c20422aae8d0d2f51abb953","MemberId":9910985,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Pat","SubmittedDate":"01\/28\/2021 19:00"},{"Comment":"Great pie!","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"01\/17\/2021 20:35","GUID":"179aefeb2a0e41099aee11936227cbdf","MemberId":9777136,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Shelly","SubmittedDate":"01\/17\/2021 20:35"},{"Comment":"I'm confused why Nancy rated it 2 stars when she was so satisfied with the recipe... everyone here, (6, including 3 under 6 and 1 more under 8) LOVED this recipe ?? definitely a staple from here on out!","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"08\/29\/2020 04:53","GUID":"a929c510fc204286af8d22d9075ea661","MemberId":9854416,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Carissa","SubmittedDate":"08\/29\/2020 04:53"},{"Comment":"Love this recipe. I made it for my family, and my son in law ate three pieces.\nToday I made it with lime juice and it is delicious!\nCertainly a keeper.","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"06\/06\/2020 20:55","GUID":"2f9def7924044bed8d5bd82b32847f1a","MemberId":9758905,"Rating":2,"ScreenName":"Nancy","SubmittedDate":"06\/06\/2020 20:55"},{"Comment":"This is the 2nd time I have made thus recipe. It is the perfect Lemon Sour Cream Pie recipe. When I was pregnant 24 years ago with my son, this was my craving! I changed only two things both times: I made a 1-1\/2 times batch of filling to ensure I wouldn't have to skimp. And I swirled the sour cream into the lemon curd before it was completely cooled. . .about 25 minutes after removing it from the stove top. . .then I chilled it overnight in a refrigerator dish before pouring into my pie shell first thing in the morning to set.","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"04\/12\/2020 05:15","GUID":"5ae3d0d7c2814814a7ddf04f8f78a91e","MemberId":9802338,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Tod","SubmittedDate":"04\/12\/2020 05:15"},{"Comment":"Very creamy, not tart enough, maybe more lemon less sour cream would work.","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"04\/03\/2020 20:20","GUID":"2bedd0afced240ea8c798c8f8fd3ba25","MemberId":9461015,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Susan","SubmittedDate":"04\/03\/2020 20:20"},{"Comment":"
I made this pie to finish out our Memorial Day BBQ and it was a big hit - this sweet, tart, and creamy dessert complimented the grilled foods so well!<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"06\/01\/2018 00:46","GUID":"3038d060726e4d74b8aa6b63c86b1307","MemberId":7191733,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"gld2bmom","SubmittedDate":"06\/01\/2018 00:46"},{"Comment":"
I have made this a couple of times now it\u2019s very good,but the second time I made it I put some lemon curd in the whipping cream, not to improve it just my preference. I am lemon crazy ?? Excellent pie Martha S Thx for posting.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"05\/30\/2018 21:16","GUID":"F10D6F53F36C38B0EB897D1254F75B1A","MemberId":103075,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Saudbox","SubmittedDate":"05\/30\/2018 21:16"},{"Comment":"
had this at a luncheon, tasted like springtime, wonderful!!<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"03\/04\/2018 22:03","GUID":"65d6e7bd8057483fb19f9e03aecc4e2f","MemberId":9432542,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Michaele","SubmittedDate":"03\/04\/2018 22:03"},{"Comment":"
Love love love this recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"02\/19\/2016 15:42","GUID":"4c52d0c26cb5479ca6d302ea8163bffe","MemberId":8720288,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"snickers1951","SubmittedDate":"02\/19\/2016 15:42"},{"Comment":"
For the second time I've made this pie, both times with rave reviews. The only change I made is adding a little lemon juice to the whipped cream.<\/p>
Next time I will add the sour cream before it's completely cool, so it will be more incorporated. Even done as written its amazing, and not overly hard<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"10\/14\/2014 18:05","GUID":"ff27914d47f5435bbfbbb85271fb855c","MemberId":8036082,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"stargazingmommy","SubmittedDate":"10\/14\/2014 18:05"},{"Comment":"
This is my favorite pie to make!!! It is so good and easy to make. I like mine with a normal pie cuts instead of gram cracker. And for all the people who say get a premade crust and use an instant pudding it's not the same!<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"","GUID":"91052b13e3804a48bb93a1febbab3966","MemberId":7798852,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Ewarmooth16","SubmittedDate":"05\/11\/2014 17:49"},{"Comment":"
Very good! I used graham cracker crust because I like that!<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"","GUID":"21b04a85777f4bbea465ffce303a5c5f","MemberId":6636475,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"dzz1qy","SubmittedDate":"05\/04\/2014 12:19"},{"Comment":"
I used a ready made Graham cracker crust instead. I added a half of cup of evaporated milk to the regular milk. Great pie. .<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"","GUID":"ad1a5a86936645faac73baca356f06a8","MemberId":7440951,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"frholt","SubmittedDate":"05\/02\/2014 08:46"},{"Comment":"
We loved this pie. It was creamy with just the right mixture of sweet and tart. I made two changes. I substituted 1\/2 cup of maple syrup instead of the sugar, and I added a tsp of cream of tarter to the whipped cream since I wanted it to hold its shape for a couple of days.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"05\/14\/2013 13:29","GUID":"feaa47577abd48dd94a6f98eec4228f8","MemberId":5436322,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mrs.mark","SubmittedDate":"05\/14\/2013 13:29"},{"Comment":"
Hubby called this pie a "home run" and that was without whipped cream on top. No need for extra calories\/fat. Excellent flavor and so easy to make.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"","GUID":"5AF0D8AAA8144F339E1B0FC56793D3B1","MemberId":393516,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Judy1544","SubmittedDate":"02\/02\/2013 21:59"},{"Comment":"
I made this pie last night and came out so so i would actually cut back on the amount of lemon juice and not use the lemon zest... it was just to lemonie for my taste buds ... maybe in addition to the sour cream thrown in a tub of cool whip<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"01\/21\/2013 21:26","GUID":"71fdf60615ea40c5b57194c9df209974","MemberId":6189168,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"HarleyDana","SubmittedDate":"01\/21\/2013 21:26"},{"Comment":"
We found another version of this in a little local grocery store in Lincoln City, OR and I had to search for the recipe so I could make it once I got home. I found this one and knew it would be good, and it didn't disapoint us. This is the best pie EVER!! I have already made one with a homemade cookie crumb crust and it was awesome. I am making it with Trader Joe's pie crust tonight and my husband is already drooling. Make this....it's worth it!!<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"10\/01\/2012 21:58","GUID":"a5d79284c5d4407792dabad3e5b80eff","MemberId":2991545,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lkreed","SubmittedDate":"10\/01\/2012 21:58"},{"Comment":"
My husband and I LOVED this. It set up beautifully. Thanks Martha.....thank you SO much.<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"09\/28\/2012 11:58","GUID":"4591d1cb6b3a45c392b542cd993efbb8","MemberId":6576461,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Engeland","SubmittedDate":"09\/28\/2012 11:58"},{"Comment":"
This is the best lemon pie I have ever made and I will make again. Thank you for all your great recipes, there are so many and so little time! Jan of Honolulu<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"08\/28\/2012 17:13","GUID":"3141ccc6938e4b7fbd349e2e97b07da9","MemberId":4491805,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"junglestar","SubmittedDate":"08\/28\/2012 17:13"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"08\/05\/2012 13:56","GUID":"66d0d4341fed4d9ba2219e52dedfe37d","MemberId":6178811,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Safariheaven","SubmittedDate":"08\/05\/2012 13:56"},{"Comment":"
First place, in a pie contest. great!!!! Made again and left out all the lemon peel and juice. Add two teaspoons of vanilla. Called it sour cream vanilla pie .Great<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"06\/18\/2012 16:52","GUID":"94206e2808324827a7365988695b0e87","MemberId":5530883,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cynthiaseydler","SubmittedDate":"06\/18\/2012 17:00"},{"Comment":"
this is very good my family want me to make this soon<\/p>","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"12\/16\/2011 08:29","GUID":"4402d588da65486aba6f33a8569b6fca","MemberId":4625279,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"williegg","SubmittedDate":"12\/16\/2011 08:29"},{"Comment":"
This was the best lemon pie I have ever made. I made it for Thanksgiving and my family has not stopped talking about it. It will become a definate family favorite!<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"12\/09\/2011 16:12","GUID":"fccb9ee3ddbb44e5ab6d3b5a2c74eddc","MemberId":5899854,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Puffinlover","SubmittedDate":"12\/09\/2011 16:12"},{"Comment":"
I loved it, hubby said "too tart" as he was eating his second piece! lol :)<\/p>","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"12\/02\/2011 11:18","GUID":"f7cb327a195d45fbab6036b4b0c2b7ad","MemberId":6228848,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Coryskitchen","SubmittedDate":"12\/02\/2011 11:18"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"12\/01\/2011 20:32","GUID":"2ccc6972e6a74049ba6157537bae7cbb","MemberId":6107853,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cherryblossom5853","SubmittedDate":"12\/01\/2011 20:32"},{"Comment":"
I made this pie for Thanksgiving this year. It was absolutely yummy....so lemony! Everyone enjoyed it. I will make it again and again!<\/p>","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"11\/29\/2011 08:24","GUID":"48E4EF97C71144818F782339450E6848","MemberId":677001,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Sherangel","SubmittedDate":"11\/29\/2011 08:24"},{"Comment":"
I made this pie for thanksgiving last week. My husband found it in the frig and needless to say it didn't make it to dinner the next day. I added a little lemon juise to the whip cream. This pie is the best<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"11\/27\/2011 17:43","GUID":"B5E1EEA0BF82428A84A1A60B949C1832","MemberId":3375751,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"dboyd","SubmittedDate":"11\/27\/2011 17:43"},{"Comment":"
Recipe sounds excellent. I am adding it to my Thanksgiving list! It will be made according to recipe and the suggestion on making a pie with instant lemon pudding and can of whipped cream absolutely gives me goosebumps. Sounds totally gross!<\/p>","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"11\/21\/2011 07:48","GUID":"9125EF28CB56AE85A3F033BE4A65694B","MemberId":117277,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Pat","SubmittedDate":"11\/21\/2011 07:48"},{"Comment":"
I also agree, this is a delicious pie recipe and I wouldn't eat instant lemon pudding on a double dog dare, ugh. And it's not all that hard to mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter to make a crust, and it's a whole lot cheaper than buying one premade.<\/p>","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"11\/20\/2011 21:54","GUID":"737421511E3F4DDD954096CF88B5A4F2","MemberId":2246916,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"annie1992","SubmittedDate":"11\/20\/2011 21:54"},{"Comment":"
This pie is absolutely delicious. I have made it many times for family and friends and everyone loved it. A little more work, but well worth it.<\/p>","CommentId":32,"DateRated":"11\/20\/2011 20:12","GUID":"bf435d22fb3a493c9f54a973a100ca10","MemberId":4911919,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"wallyddoggie","SubmittedDate":"11\/20\/2011 20:12"},{"Comment":"
I agree, kathidahl! This is a delicious lemon pie recipe and is a definite keeper. Recipes that use "real foods" aren't in the same league as those that use "boxed chemicals" for taste . . . not to mention health. Thanks for a great recipe Martha!!<\/p>","CommentId":33,"DateRated":"11\/20\/2011 18:57","GUID":"6a5435e586914237b97168a91f47f8fa","MemberId":5273886,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"back2basicsmamma","SubmittedDate":"11\/20\/2011 18:57"},{"Comment":"
>uwasv_waya Why would you even be on a recipe site? Instant lemon pudding? Come on...<\/p>","CommentId":34,"DateRated":"11\/20\/2011 16:20","GUID":"d59a89255d4e4b6b9fce6273f5b6f121","MemberId":1718596,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"kathidahl","SubmittedDate":"11\/20\/2011 16:20"},{"Comment":"
I love this recipe. I always look forward to making it again. It is delicious.<\/p>","CommentId":35,"DateRated":"09\/18\/2011 09:52","GUID":"ee30a023535646f3a57c8bfb7558d566","MemberId":6186108,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"JudithCH","SubmittedDate":"09\/18\/2011 09:52"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":36,"DateRated":"07\/03\/2008 08:06","GUID":"dd9677fb80fb45289960ef9a0efb1f14","MemberId":1234530,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Madge 6","SubmittedDate":"07\/03\/2008 08:06"},{"Comment":"
you could also substitue a regular or chocolate graham cracker crust for a different twist.<\/p>
1-1\/2 cups graham cracker crumbs<\/p>
3 tablespoons sugar<\/p>
1\/3 cup stick margarine, melted<\/p>
In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs and 3 tablespoons sugar. Stir in margarine. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Then follow recipe for filling.<\/p>","CommentId":37,"DateRated":"","GUID":"fbe64b7a0f3c490eae6aeec0b87dc87c","MemberId":2552234,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"zzzkatzzzz@gmail.com","SubmittedDate":"04\/17\/2008 22:18"},{"Comment":"
In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs and 3 tablespoons sugar. Stir in margarine. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Then follow recipe for filling.<\/p>","CommentId":38,"DateRated":"","GUID":"fbe64b7a0f3c490eae6aeec0b87dc87c","MemberId":2552234,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"zzzkatzzzz@gmail.com","SubmittedDate":"04\/17\/2008 22:14"},{"Comment":"
you could also substitue a regular or chocolate graham cracker crust for a different twist.<\/p>","CommentId":39,"DateRated":"","GUID":"fbe64b7a0f3c490eae6aeec0b87dc87c","MemberId":2552234,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"zzzkatzzzz@gmail.com","SubmittedDate":"04\/17\/2008 22:10"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":40,"DateRated":"07\/01\/2007 15:41","GUID":"6620ee7af6b745a19f456d2d747b5046","MemberId":2141768,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"angelm44@msn.com","SubmittedDate":"07\/01\/2007 15:41"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43222,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312199,"name":"Pies","slug":"pies","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312134,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for pie recipes? Find great tasting desserts from pie recipes including apple, pumpkin, and pecan pies, cherry pies, and more pie recipes and ideas.","parent":310796,"count":1485,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pies\/"},{"term_id":312255,"name":"Custard Pies","slug":"custard-pies","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312190,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for recipes for custard pie? Taste Recipes has the best custard pie recipes from real cooks like you, featuring reviews, ratings, how-to videos and tips.","parent":312199,"count":74,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pies\/custard-pies\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Sour Cream-Lemon Pie"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n