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The Pie Lady’s Legacy Lives On | Des Moines News
Louise Piper, the beloved “Pie Lady” of the Iowa State Fair, left an indelible mark with her legendary green tomato pie and unwavering dedication to baking perfection. Since 1984, she treated the fair like her personal Olympics, hauling entries in a custom-built trunk and meticulously refining every recipe. Her generosity and sportsmanship made her a unifying force among competitors, who revered her for sharing secrets and lifting others up. This year’s memorial contest honored her legacy with eight fierce entries judged on crust, spice, and soul — culminating in a winning pie with a cornmeal…
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