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Classic Lard Pie Pastry Recipe

A simple and classic lard pie pastry recipe that's perfect for any pie.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ¾ cup Lard chilled
  • 5-6 tablespoon Cold water

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
  2. 2. Cut in lard until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. 3. Gradually add cold water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed.
  4. 4. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk. Wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. 5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion to fit a 9-in. pie plate.
  6. 6. Transfer pastry to pie plate. Trim even with edge. Add filling and bake as directed in your pie recipe.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Pastry, Pie
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