Pie as Much as You Want

This cake gets its name because the recipe calls for five eggs, and you use the same weight of flour, sugar, butter, margarine, or even lard, along with a spoonful of baking soda. Depending on your taste, you can add cocoa powder or grated chocolate to create a “marble” effect. You can also toss in raisins or make a lemon version by adding lemon juice and zest to the batter. Mixing in chopped apples or other fruits is another delicious option.

Start by creaming the sugar with the fat, then, while continuing to mix, add the eggs one at a time, followed by the flour and baking soda. This cake offers endless possibilities for the home cook in choosing ingredients.