Shoo-Fly Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves.
2. 2
   Add sugar and salt.
3. 3
   Cut in oleo or butter with a pastry blender to consistency of coarse meal.
4. 4
   Dissolve soda in boiling water.
5. 5
   Add molasses and egg and blend well.
6. 6
   Pour 1/2 of the liquid mixture into pie shell.
7. 7
   Sprinkle 1/4 of flour mix over liquid.
8. 8
   Stir very gently. Pour in remaining liquid.
9. 9
   Top with rest of flour mix.
10. 10
    Bake at 400° for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Reduce heat to 325°.
12. 12
    Bake until filling is set and crust golden.