'''Lard''' is the fat of a pig, melted and strained from the tissue whilst cooking. Once cooled, it is pale white in color and solid. It is sold in blocks similar to [[butter]].
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'''Lard''' is the fat of a pig or cow, melted and strained from the tissue while cooking. Once cooled, it is pale white in color and solid. It is sold in blocks similar to [[butter]].
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==WWII Rationing==
==WWII Rationing==
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In [[Britain]] during WWII, [[rationing]] meant that butter was unavailable for many and lard (which keeps well even at room temperature) started to be used in its place.
In [[Britain]] during WWII, [[rationing]] meant that butter was unavailable for many and lard (which keeps well even at room temperature) started to be used in its place.