Tenderloin Sandwich & Sugar Cream Pie

Hoosier Traditions

A Pocketbook of Traditional Indiana Recipes for Tenderloin & Sugar Cream Pie.

The Pork Tenderloin is a long, thin, and lean cut of meat that is located in the loin of a pig. It's a muscle that runs along the backbone, and it's one of the most tender cuts of pork.

The Indiana Hoosier Sugar Cream Pie is a beloved dessert that is considered a culinary icon of the state of Indiana. It's a simple yet delicious pie that has been enjoyed by generations of Hoosiers.

The origin of the term "Hoosier" is not entirely clear, and there are several theories about its origin. One theory suggests that it comes from the word "husher," which was a term used by early settlers to quiet their dogs. Another theory suggests that it comes from the word "hoosa," which was a Native American word for corn or maize.

The term "Hoosier" was first used to describe people from Indiana in the 1830s, and it became popularized in the 1840s. At first, it was considered a derogatory term, but over time it became a term of pride for people from Indiana.