Classic Lard Two-Crust Pie Pastry

This pie crust with lard, flour, salt, and ice water bakes up perfectly flaky and tender every time; add your favorite filling for a classic treat.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 268 Calories

Ingredients

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

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.