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Lard

Pig fat rendered until the meat solids are gone, leaving a white cooking fat. Leaf lard, from around the kidneys, is the mildest.

Origin

A traditional cooking fat wherever pigs are kept.

Flavour

Neutral when well rendered, with a light pork note in a rustic lard.

How to use it

Use it in pastry and frying. It makes a very short crust.

Storage

Refrigerate, covered. It picks up smells and will eventually turn stale.

Recipes using it

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