• Crust and pucker factor key to pie
  Michael Martin of Mike's Pies in Tampa can add another first place to his growing list.

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Fried chicken made at home is best
You can purchase fried chicken that is delicious and saves on cooking and cleanup, but it never quite measures up to fried chicken prepared in your own kitchen, and homemade is also more economical.