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How to Render Lard from Pork Fat

Lard health benefits include actually raising levels of good cholesterol. Dietary fats facilitate the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) to become absorbed into the body. Fats support brain function, particularly learning, memory, mood regulation, and hormone production.
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Prep Time 1 day
Cook Time 2 hours
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Pork fat

Equipment

Method
 

  1. Freeze the pork fat
  2. Chop the fat into 1-2 inch cubes
  3. Add water to the slow cooker
  4. Cook the lard, low and slow
  5. Stir every 30 minutes, check periodically
  6. Once melted, strain through a cheesecloth
  7. Cool the lard before using it

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