perfect pie crust
This recipe seriously can not go wrong! No matter how much this dough is handled it is always flaky and tender even if scraps need to be re-rolled. It makes 5 single pie crusts and will last forever in the freezer. Just wrap well in plastic and take out about an hour before you want to use it. Use it for quiche, hand pies and dessert pies too.
prep time
50 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Bake
yield
5 single pie crusts
Ingredients
- 4 cups flour
- 1 3/4 cups crisco shortening
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon vinegar, white or cider
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup water
How To Make perfect pie crust
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Step 1Using a fork or pastry blender, mix together the first 4 ingredients. -
Step 2In a separate dish, beat the remaining ingredients. Combine the 2 mixtures, stirring with a fork until all ingredients are moistened.
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Step 3Divide into 5 parts and shape into balls.
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Step 4Chill for 30 minutes before rolling out or wrap and freeze.
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Step 5For a filled pie, bake at temperature indicated in recipe you are using. For unfilled pie, bake at 450* F for 15 minutes.
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Step 6*NOTES: Be sure to use exact measures, leveling off with a knife. Dough can be left in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It remains soft and can be taken out and rolled at once, or it can be frozen until ready to use (thaw until soft enough to roll).
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Category:
Pies
Category:
Other Desserts
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Method:
Bake
Culture:
American
Ingredient:
Flour
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