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Hog's Lard, to Make

Strip the skin from the leaf, or inner fat of the hog, cut it into small pieces, put it into an earthen jar, which must be covered and placed in a saucepan of boiling water, and let it remain until melted. Pour it off, and keep it either in small jars, closely covered, or small bladders--the smaller the better, unless it is intended to use the lard quickly. After it is exposed to the air it is liable to spoil. Probable cost, 8d. to 10d. per pound.