H.R. No. 374

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, In 2013, the 83rd Texas Legislature designated February 16 as Texas Homemade Pie Day, celebrating the tradition, beloved by generations of families across our state, of making pies from scratch; and

WHEREAS, Historians believe that pie originated with the ancient Greeks, who developed the first pastry shell; later, the Romans published the world's first pie recipe, which included rye-crusted goat cheese and honey, though fillings also included savory ingredients like meat and seafood; the English brought mincemeat pies with them as they crossed the ocean to America and the colonists continued the tradition, using dried fruit, cinnamon, and nutmeg to season the filling; and

WHEREAS, In Texas, bakers often incorporate local produce into their pies, from peaches grown in Central Texas to sweet potatoes grown in the northeastern part of our state; the pecan, the fruit of the state tree, continues to be one of the most well-known native ingredients; and

WHEREAS, Families have long come together to create and enjoy the fruits of their labor--an exceptionally American dish, with a special place in our shared culture; by taking the time to bake pies from scratch, older and younger Texans bridge the years between them to create new memories and culinary delights in kitchens across the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate Texas Homemade Pie Day on February 16, 2017, and urge Texans to celebrate this sweet occasion by baking a pie and sharing it with their friends and loved ones.

Cain

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 374 was adopted by the House on February 16, 2017, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House