Desperation pies, or "make-do" pies, were an invention of the Great Depression that led to everything from mock apples pies ...

buttery filling that’s really similar to an apple pie. Instead of apples, this recipe uses crushed Ritz crackers. Cinnamon, a little lemon juice, and brown sugar all really nail the apple pie ...

When your budget is extra tight but you want a treat, try one of these vintage pie recipes that cooks have been making for generations.