Roman Pepper Pastry Crust

Directions

Mix the flour, salt, and pepper together in a medium-sized bowl.

Mix the egg and 2 tablespoon of the water together in a small bowl.

Add the lard to the dry ingredients and rub the flour between the palms of your hands until it is evenly distributed.

Stir in the egg-water mixture and work the dough with your hands until it is smooth.

Add the remaining water 1 tablespoon at a time if the dough appears too dry.

Put the dough into an oiled bowl, cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap, and let it stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes before rolling it out.