Oyster Pie

Name: Oyster Pie
Ingredients: 1 quart Oysters; to taste Pepper; to taste Salt; to taste Butter; 1 quart All-purpose flour; 2 tablespoonfuls Butter (or vegetable shortening) (Originally lard. Substituted with butter for modern preference. Can also use vegetable shortening for similar texture.); 1 tablespoonful Salt; as needed Water

A savory pie filled with oysters, seasoned and baked in a crust.

Ingredients

1 quart Oysters
to taste Pepper
to taste Salt
to taste Butter
1 quart All-purpose flour
2 tablespoonfuls Butter (or vegetable shortening) (Originally lard. Substituted with butter for modern preference. Can also use vegetable shortening for similar texture.)
1 tablespoonful Salt
as needed Water

Instructions

1Drain the oysters. Season them with pepper, salt, and butter to taste.
2In a bowl, mix together the flour, butter (or shortening), and salt. Gradually add water until a dough forms. The amount of water needed will vary, add until the dough comes together.
3Butter a pie plate. Line the pie plate with a layer of the crust. Fill with the seasoned oysters. Cover with the remaining crust. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.