cheddar cheese pie crust
This is a great crust to use for many of your pies or casseroles.
prep time
15 Min
cook time
10 Min
method
Bake
yield
for a 9-inch pie shell
Ingredients
- CHEESE CRUST:
- 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup frozen butter cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 3-4 tablespoons ice water
- 3 ounces sharp shredded cheddar cheese
How To Make cheddar cheese pie crust
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Step 1Place frozen butter cubes into a food processor. Pulse until butter breaks into smaller pieces, do not mush. Pour cheese, flour and sugar on top of the butter. Process until mixture turns into a coarse, crumb texture. Add ice water 1 Tablespoon at a time while the processor is running until the dough becomes slightly clumpy. Press together dough,if still crumbly add a little more water.
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Step 2Place contents on a clean surface and press together into a round disk . Wrap disk in plastic wrap and chill for 45 minutes. Remove and let rest for 15 minutes. Roll out to 1/4- inch thickness. Fit in place in a 9-inch pie plate. Flute edges.
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Step 3If using as a baked crust; poke holes all over the bottom about 40 holes with a fork; bake for 15-20 minutes at 350^ until golden brown.
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