Amish Cookbook Shoo Fly Pie, Page 144

From the Amish Heritage Cookbook (Page 144)

1 c. flour

2/3 c. brown sugar

1 rounded Tbsp. shortening or margarine

1 c. molasses

3/4 c. hot water

1 egg

1 tsp. baking soda dissolved in 1/4 c. hot water

Pastry for one 9-inch single-crust pie

Combine flour, brown sugar, and shortening; make crumbs either by hand or using a pastry blender. Set aside 1/2 c. crumbs to sprinkle on top of pre-baked pie.

Combine molasses, hot water, egg, and baking soda dissolved in water; mix well. Stir crumbs into liquid. Pour resulting mixture into pie crust and top with reserved crumbs. Bake at 375 degrees for 35 minutes.