There are several iterations of the turnover and every country has its own take on these yummy mini pies with delicious fillings. While the fillings vary per location and season, the pastry remains the same. From Cornish pasty, calzone that originated in Naples, Spanish empanadas, or even microwaveable turnovers like Hot Pockets, you know that no turnover is alike. That is always a good thing when it comes to food, right? The more variety, the better!
The exact origins of the turnover are not known, but in 1753, a written recipe for "Apple Pasties to Fry" was published in England. It's believed that apple turnovers existed way before 1753 in France, where it's called Chausson aux Pommes. According to local lore, an epidemic broke out in the year 1630 in a town in the Sarthe region of France. People affected by the epidemic were given flour and apples to provide them with the essential nutrients to help them ward off sickness and alleviate their suffering. It's believed that the baked goodies produced by this effort helped the townspeople regain their health.
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