How To Make Classic Lard Two-Crust Pie Pastry Recipe
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup lard, cold and cubed
- 4-6 tbsp ice water
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix together flour and salt.
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Add lard and cut it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together.
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Divide the dough into two equal-sized discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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Roll out one disc of dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your pie dish.
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Transfer the rolled-out dough to the pie dish and trim off any excess.
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Fill the pie with your desired filling.
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Roll out the second disc of dough and place it over the filling.
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Trim off any excess dough and crimp the edges to seal.
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Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
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Bake according to your pie recipe’s instructions.
Nutrition
- Calories : 406kcal
- Total Fat : 30g
- Saturated Fat : 11g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 233mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 31g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugar : 0g
- Protein : 4g
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