When we think about Thanksgiving we immediately associate the meal with turkey, right? Of course the entire holiday revolves around the fantastically golden browned bird. But, I am here to to advocate the role that the pig plays at the Thanksgiving feast. And it might be where you least expect it. It’s in the pie! Or at least the pie crust…
That’s right. I’m talking about lard. Glorious, snow white leaf lard that will grace your table with the flakiest pie crust you've ever experienced. Lard is hardly ever considered anymore in the great crust debate because it’s so rare to find good, fresh leaf lard. Lard is specifically the fat rendered from a pig. Leaf lard, more specifically, is the delicate veiny fat that encases the organs - don’t get grossed out just yet. This is that fat that is rendered very slowed to produce that bright white, non-piggy smelling fat. Lard produced from pigs that are raised outdoors is packed with vitamin D, and is a superior form a fat. So, don’t be afraid to pick up that lard and use it in your crust!
Reminder: Orders for leaf lard should be placed by Monday, November 24th before noon for Pre-Thanksgiving delivery. Supplies are limited!
That’s right. I’m talking about lard. Glorious, snow white leaf lard that will grace your table with the flakiest pie crust you've ever experienced. Lard is hardly ever considered anymore in the great crust debate because it’s so rare to find good, fresh leaf lard. Lard is specifically the fat rendered from a pig. Leaf lard, more specifically, is the delicate veiny fat that encases the organs - don’t get grossed out just yet. This is that fat that is rendered very slowed to produce that bright white, non-piggy smelling fat. Lard produced from pigs that are raised outdoors is packed with vitamin D, and is a superior form a fat. So, don’t be afraid to pick up that lard and use it in your crust!
Reminder: Orders for leaf lard should be placed by Monday, November 24th before noon for Pre-Thanksgiving delivery. Supplies are limited!
Here is a basic lard based pie crust recipe that you can use in any number of pies, but since we’re talking about Thanksgiving, I’m attempting to make a pumpkin pie. I say “attempting” because full disclosure: I’ve never baked a pumpkin pie before. I’ve got the pie crust down, but this was my first pumpkin filling. Here it goes!
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