Last Minute Pie for Thanksgiving

Submitted by [deleted] t3_z1x20t in philadelphia

Where can I get some good pies for the holiday at this late hour? On family pie duty and I completely procrastinated, and before I attempt a Hail Mary and make my own, I wanted to see if anyone had any recs for places that are still taking orders. Can go anywhere in the city or nearby.

Thanks!

EDIT: Pies obtained this morning. Beiler's has a smooth operation set up right outside the entrance to RTM. Seemed to have tons of stuff if you're still looking, but probably will not last long!

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murphysfriend t1_ixdb0yl wrote

A number of places at Reading Terminal Market have varieties of good pies. Beilers being just one of them .

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[deleted] OP t1_ixdb78j wrote

Do you need to order days in advance though? Or can I just swing by tomorrow and grab some? Thanks!

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murphysfriend t1_ixdbie3 wrote

They usually have them ready to buy on site. Given there’s probably many being sold; suggest getting there today.

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tohowie t1_ixda8ll wrote

Costco sells really big pumpkin pies for $5.99. They have others as well, but I’m partial to pumpkin.

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MrKamikazi t1_ixdij30 wrote

Don't buy the Costco pumpkin pie. They are cheap and big but you can easily make a better one with the recipe on cans of pumpkin and a Pillsbury crust

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manhof t1_ixebdgc wrote

Yeah but the Costco one doesn’t waste my time lol

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covercash t1_ixfctu9 wrote

They do apple and pecan pies in that giant size too. I’ve never had them but they’re fun to gawk at when I push my cart by them.

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tasker_morris t1_ixddetk wrote

Mighty Bread Company just posted on IG that they still have pies.

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typeytypetype t1_ixddqcu wrote

FWIW pumpkin pie is super easy to make and pilsbury crust tastes pretty damn good.

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throwawaitnine t1_ixdwour wrote

Pie crust is super easy to make and homemade is infinitely better than Pillsbury.

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typeytypetype t1_ixe16an wrote

Not saying home made isn't better, but if you're in a pinch and/or a novice cook/baker there's nothing wrong with using the pre-fab variety.

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CrossXFir3 t1_ixdtxsd wrote

Just buy some pie crusts or make them - it's like the easiest thing to bake ever. Fill them with whatever you feel like. Pies are like the easiest of desserts to be left in charge of.

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[deleted] OP t1_ixdzj6j wrote

They may be easy, but I am stupid! I'm at the point where I am posting on Reddit for help---can't get much lower. Do you have a recipe?

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[deleted] OP t1_ixe1duw wrote

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cracker707 t1_ixewn6w wrote

Very good advice but personally I use 1/2 cup sugar in the pie filling. 1/8 tsp salt can be added too but opinions vary greatly with that one.

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boycottSummer t1_ixhr65b wrote

I like to toss in a handful or two of whole cranberries. Helps cut the sweetness and adds another dimension.

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BasileusLeoIII t1_ixdl1f1 wrote

Linvilla has excellent frozen oven-ready pies

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AnotherUser297 t1_ixf5ogf wrote

These are rumored to be Mrs. Fields pies in a Linvilla box….

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Rcmacc t1_ixhy3c2 wrote

Not even rumored. They just are.

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AnotherUser297 t1_ixig48y wrote

Ha I don’t have proof, but I’ve heard it for a long time.

Haven’t been to Linvilla in a long long time. It’s a crowded shitshow.

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illusion_control t1_ixdw440 wrote

Stocks is great but you have to get in line super early, as it usually wraps around the block. You can also go mid day where lines aren’t as long but things tend to sellout

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OopsIShardedAgain t1_ixeekfh wrote

Termini’s - you can pay ahead of time and schedule pickup :)

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Fit-Management2385 t1_ixevkbx wrote

Kramer's bakery Styers farm & market Shadybrook farm & market Solly brothers orchard

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cracker707 t1_ixex28p wrote

This is a bit off topic but if anyone ever travels to Vermont, the Vermont Country Deli in Brattleboro has the best pies I have ever tasted in my life.

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ShartistKutti t1_ixezk3f wrote

Just make a butter crust, or purchase a premade one. Roll/press into a 9-inch pie dish. Thinly slice 6 apples, 3/4 cup sugar(do 50-50 white and brown), 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla, 1/2 tsp nutmeg. 2 tbsp butter. mix all ingredients, toss into the crust. Cover with top crust, and make sure to add some vents, or make a lattice with the top crust.

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Bake at 350 for 35-40, or until apple filling is bubbly, and crust is golden brown. Set aside, let cool, and serve warm with a scoop of your favorite vanilla or maple ice cream.

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(takes all but an hour)

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