Superbowl XLVI and Hoosier Pie

by the hyphenated chef

Tenderloin sandwich, the signature 'wich of Indiana

I’m one of those people who would never watch the Superbowl — or any football game for that matter — if food weren’t involved. For big, fun parties like that it’s always a kick to do “themed” items. Since the game is in Indiana, I took a look at the foods the state has to offer. Yes, Wonder Bread figures in there, but also something that was surprisingly yummy: Sugar Cream Pie. It’s not much to look at. Sugar, cream, flour. Sounds kind of bleech, looks kind of pale. But…oh….my….goodness. SO DELICIOUS. Also try the pork tenderloin sandwich. Confession: in my house we ate this like Japanese katsu, with hot, white rice and a sweet, vinegary dipping sauce. Either way, what’s to hate about something fried (don’t answer that.) Enjoy!

5 comments

1 Jean Anne Bailey { 02.01.12 at 10:24 am }

Thanks for the kind words and the great idea for serving the tenderloin.
I like it with mashed potatoes and gravy too!! Hope it’s a great weekend for you. If you ever make it to Indiana stop in for some Hoosier Hospitality!!!

2 the hyphenated chef { 02.01.12 at 10:42 am }

I absolutely will. Thanks again, Jean Anne!

3 Ellis E { 02.01.12 at 11:17 am }

From your article on Yahoo Food…
” Indianans”…no, no, no, no, NO. Is there such a word??
FYI…we folks in Indiana are Hoosiers. (Long story…no clear origin.)

4 the hyphenated chef { 02.01.12 at 7:01 pm }

Ellis, thank you. I knew about Hoosiers, but didn’t know it was just common parlance. Another reason to visit….
Thanks for reading!

5 Lane Ralph { 02.02.12 at 6:01 am }

Food is part of cultural and part of cultural research is getting local names correct. HOOSIERS are from Indiana -like Buckeyes are from Ohio.

Indianans must be someone’s new word!