1918 War-Time Recipe: Oatmeal Crust

1918 War-Time Recipe: OATMEAL CRUST
“Win the War” Cook Book
Woman's Committee Council of National Defense Missouri Division
Two cupfuls finely ground oatmeal,
1 cupful boiling water,
I teaspoonful fat.
Scald the oatmeal with the water. Add fat and mix thoroughly. Roll very thin and line small pie or tart tins with the mixture. Bake in a hot oven. Fill with apricot marmalade or other thick mixture. If desired, spread a meringue on top and brown in the oven.
Did we eat it? Yes
Would I make it again? Yes
Notes. Was easy to make and held together pretty well. Was a little bland. Next time might add a little salt and/or sugar.

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