Ingredients
450g/1lb flour
1 tsp salt
200g/7oz lard
225ml/7½oz milk and water mixed in equal proportions

Method
1. Warm a mixing bowl and sift in the flour and salt. Make a well in the centre.
2. Heat the lard in the milk and water until just boiling. Pour into the well in the flour and stir quickly with a wooden spoon until thick.
3. Continue working by hand to a smooth dough. Use now in your recipe as directed.