Potato Crust

 Potato Crust Directions

1. Gather Ingredients:

   • 2 firmly-packed sliced raw potatoes
   • 1/2 teaspoon salt
   • 1 beaten egg
   • Vegetable oil

2. Preheat Oven:

   • Set oven to 400°F.

3. Prepare Pie Pan:

   • Oil a 9-inch pie pan.

4. Salt Potatoes:

   • Place sliced raw potatoes in a colander.
   • Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes.

5. Remove Excess Water:

   • Squeeze out excess water from the potatoes.

6. Mix Ingredients:

   • In a medium bowl, combine the potatoes, beaten egg, and onion.

7. Form Crust:

   • Pat the potato mixture into the prepared pie pan, building up the sides evenly with lightly floured fingers.

8. Bake:

   • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
   • After 20 minutes, brush the crust with vegetable oil to crisp it.

9. Adjust Temperature:

   • Remove from the oven and reduce the temperature to 375°F.