All-Lard Pie Crust

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and the salt.
2. 2
   Using a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers, cut the lard into the flour mixture until it is in coarse pea-sized lumps.
3. 3
   Stir together the beaten egg and vinegar and add enough ice water to make 1 cup. Pour this into the lard/flour mixture slowly, stirring as you go.
4. 4
   Stir the dough with a fork until it comes together in a ball. You may need to drizzle in a little more ice water.
5. 5
   Using your hands, gently press the dough together into a ball and divide into three pieces. Press each ball into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate until ready to use.
6. 6
   Bake the crust according to the directions in your recipe. (Each ball of dough will make one double-crust pie.)