In honor of the Holiday Season, which is rapidly approaching, I want to share with you my grandmother’s recipe for a hot water pie crust. It is, without a doubt, THE best recipe for a pie crust. You simply must try it.
3 c. all purpose flour, sifted before measuring
1/2 c. lard
1/2 c. butter
1 t. salt
1/2 c. boiling water
Measure the flour into a bowl and set aside. Place the lard and butter into a bowl and pour the boiling water over it. Stir until it is creamy. Add the salt and mix well. Then add the flour. Don’t worry about over mixing, as in this recipe, it doesn’t matter. When the ingredients are combined, chill for several hours or overnight. Then roll out as usual.
Carolyn Kay Hanson 