1 egg
1 cup molasses
1 cup bread crumbs, soft
1 pastry for 8 inch lattice top pie
Directions
"Molasses is a common ingredients on Newfoundland cooking; "lassy"
tarts, pies. dumplings, puddings. cakes and sauces have been popular
for generations."
Beat egg; beat in molasses. Stir in bread crumbs. Line 8 inch pie
plate with pastry; pour in molasses mixture. Arrange strips of pastry
over top to create lattice pattern. Bake in 400F oven for 20 minutes
or until done. Serve hot or cold. MAKES: 4-6 SERVINGS
SOURCE: Canadian Living magazine
Servings: 1 servings
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