mother's magic pie crust (sallye)

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109 Pinches
Austin, TX
Updated on Nov 28, 2013

My mother was a topnotch baker. This recipe is from her typed notes from many years ago. I have used it for years with always excellent results.

prep time 15 Min
cook time
method Bake
yield yields 2 pie crusts

Ingredients

  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • - cold water as needed

How To Make mother's magic pie crust (sallye)

  • Step 1
    Sift flour into bowl, cut in shortening with pastry blender or 2 knives.
  • Step 2
    Place egg and vinegar in a 2 cup measuring cup. Add cold water to fill to half cup level. Whisk together until well blended.
  • Step 3
    Add egg mixture to flour and mix well until dough forms a ball. ( use my hands to mix) If too dry, add more cold water a few drops at a time. This crust is always light and flaky.

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Category: Pies
Category: Other Breads
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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