1 c. brown sugar
1 c. maple syrup
2 c. water
2 tbsp. flour

Boil together 1 minute and set aside. In a large bowl, beat:

1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. baking soda

Add to the above syrup mixture. Then divide equally in 3 unbaked pie shells. Top with crumbs made of:

2 c. pastry flour
1/2 c. lard
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. cream of tartar

Bake 45 minutes in 350 to 375 degree oven.