The first time I rendered lard it felt like I was tapping into my roots and getting back to the historical way of doing things. I was totally overwhelmed though. Here was this BIG chunk of fat that a friend of mine gave me and if I messed it up I had belittled the sacrifice that pig made for me.
This pie crust recipe is a really fun surprise when biting into your chicken or turkey pie. It's savory and homey. This herbed pie crust would be a tasty addition to any savory dish with a crust. It's also a fun way to make your dish unique.
I was pretty intimidated when I started making my own pie crust. But, I soon became hooked on it! There's so many variations and so much you can do with it!
It's time I told y'all my secret trick to rendering lard. The secret is it's not a secret and do it in the crockpot. Leaf lard, comes from an entirely different part of the pig. Leaf lard is known for not having as much of a pig flavor and being more pure white. It is perfect for making THE best pie crusts you have ever had.