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basic and easy pie crust

Recipe by
Jenny Roberts
knockemstiff, OH

I only recently tried making my own pie crusts. I was amazed at how easy it was! I hope you enjoy this recipe and bake up a storm!

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For basic and easy pie crust

  • 2 1/2 c
    all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1 c
    cold butter
  • 6to 8 Tbsp
    ice water

How To Make basic and easy pie crust

  • 1
    Combine flour and salt.
  • 2
    Cut in butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • 3
    Gradually add water while mixing until it forms a ball.
  • 4
    Divide in half.
  • 5
    Roll out one half until it fits in a 9-inch pie dish.
  • 6
    When placed in dish as base of pie, trim edge with knife.
  • 7
    Roll out second half of dough for the top.

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