Ingredients

1 Cup very soft lard
1/2 Cup boiling water
3 Cup flour
1 Teaspoon salt
3 Tablespoon sugar

Instructions

Mix lard and hot water until creamy. Then add flour, salt and sugar. Mix until flour is incorporated. Divide into 4 disks for 9-inch pie plate. Refrigerate dough overnight or until thoroughly chilled. Roll out as usual. Makes two double crusts. For a single crust, bake at 450 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. Dough may be frozen until needed. Perfect for fruit or custard fillings.

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