Oyster Pie

From a
very old
cook book
(age unknown)
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Line a deep dish with nice Pastry,
dredge the Crust with Flour,
pour in 1 pint of Oysters.
Season well with Butter, Salt, & Pepper,
sprinkling Flour over all.
Pour on a little of the Oyster Liquor.
Cover with a Crust.
Two hard-boiled Eggs chopped coarsely and
mixed with the Oysters,
will be found a desirable addition.
The Eggs and the Flour may be omitted,
and a cup of Cracker Crumbs used instead.
1/2 teaspoon of Mace is liked by some.
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