Classic Lard Two-Crust Pie Pastry

Classic Lard Two-Crust Pie Pastry

A perfect pie crust recipe with lard. Lard, flour, salt, and ice water are all you need to make this classic pie crust for a favorite traditional pie.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
268 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Whisk flour and salt together in a large bowl. Cut in lard with a knife or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 2
Sprinkle in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, blending gently with a fork or pastry blender until all flour is moistened and dough almost cleans the sides of the bowl.
Step 3
Divide the dough in half and shape flattened rounds. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Classic Lard Two-Crust Pie Pastry
Classic Lard Two-Crust Pie Pastry
Classic Lard Two-Crust Pie Pastry
Classic Lard Two-Crust Pie Pastry

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 5 tablespoons ice water, or as needed
  • 0.66666668653488 cup lard

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