Article: Remockable likeness Faux foods are as American as this 'apple' pie

No matter what you may read in the next few paragraphs, remember this: a diamond anniversary is no mocking matter. Reaching the age of 75 is an achievement; to do it without changing much from the day you were born is this side of a miracle.

Such is the case for the classic American recipe known as the Ritz Mock Apple Pie, which first appeared on the back of the cracker box in 1934. This dessert is exactly what it says it is, a pie made out of Ritz crackers and a few other select ingredients, which together mimic the flavor of apple filling.

Yes, this is an actual recipe. (See Page 3G for our related story on the Mock Apple Pie taste test).

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