This pie is one of those rare recipes that tastes like it came from the oven while being cooked entirely on the stovetop. It is an excellent choice for hot summer days, camping with a gas burner, vacation rentals, or any time you want a homemade meal without heating the entire kitchen. I also like that the batter is neutral enough to work with almost any savory filling, making it a recipe you'll come back to again and again.

   Bagels originated in the Jewish communities of Eastern Europe, most likely in Kraków in the 17th century. Their distinctive ring shape made them easy for street vendors to carry on wooden dowels. Jewish immigrants later brought bagels to New York City, where the famous chewy, boiled-then-baked bagel became a beloved breakfast classic.