Jana Cole > wrote in message >. ..
> I make meat pies for my daughter's lunch. I make a bunch at a time
> and freeze them. She tells me she likes the filling, but not the
> crust. I think the crust tastes bland. I would like to add something
> to it to make it taste better.
>
> 2 - 1/2 cups flour
> 1/4 tsp salt
> 1 cup oil
> 2/3 cup milk
>
> Any ideas what I can add to make it more exciting?
>
> -- Jana in the San Francisco area

Butter or lard will give a crust of much improved texture. Just cut
the fat in to the flour; don't beat it. I find water gives a better
flavor than milk; YMMV. Use just enough liquid to get the dough to set
up. Too much liquid makes it difficult to roll.

--
Chris Green