Pawpaw is an indigenous fruit to the U.S., its taste is similar to banana and is wonderful in this simple custard pie. Serve topped with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream.

Pawpaw Pie

1 (9-inch) unbaked pie shell

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup milk

1 large egg

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup pawpaw pulp (peeled and seeded)

1. Place all ingredients in a saucepan and stir together. Cook over medium heat until thickened.
2. Pour into unbaked pie shell and bake at 350°F (175°C). until the crust is done.

Makes 6 servings.

Recipe provided courtesy of Kentucky State University.

Words to The Pawpaw Patch Song:
Where, oh where, is dear little Nellie?
Where, oh where, is dear little Nellie?
Where, oh where, is dear little Nellie?
Way down yonder in the pawpaw patch.
Come on, boys, let's go find her.
Come on, boys, let's go find her,
Come on, boys, let's go find her,
Way down yonder in the pawpaw patch.
Picking up pawpaws, puttin' 'em in your pocket,
Picking up pawpaws, puttin' 'em in your pocket,
Picking up pawpaws, puttin' 'em in your pocket,
Way down yonder in the pawpaw patch.