Shoofly Pie

Directions

1. 1
   In a bowl combine flour and sugar.
2. 2
   Cut in butter into the flour and sugar until mixture resembles crumbs.
3. 3
   Remove 1/2 cup of the crumb mixture and set aside
4. 4
   To larger part of crumb mixture add egg and molasses.
5. 5
   Blend in 3/4 cup boiling water.
6. 6
   Dissolve soda in remaining 1/4 cup water and add last.
7. 7
   Pour into pie shell.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with 1/4 cup reserved crumbs.
9. 9
   Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Add remaining crumbs and bake 40-45 minutes.
11. 11
    Garnish with whipped cream