Perfect Pie Crust

Name: Perfect Pie Crust
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 c. shortening; 4 to 5 tbsp. water

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Perfect Pie Crust is an easy dinner. Made with 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/2 c. shortening and 4 to 5 tbsp. water, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. A classic recipe that has been enjoyed for generations.

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🔗 Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full

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Difficulty Easy

🛒 Ingredients

1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 c. shortening

4 to 5 tbsp. water

👨‍🍳 Instructions

In medium bowl, stir together flour and salt.

With pastry blender, cut in shortening to size of small peas.

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon water over some of the flour-fat mixture.

Toss this portion lightly with a fork until moistened; push to side of bowl. Repeat until all of the dry mixture is moistened and clings together when pinched with fingers.

Form in ball.

Place on lightly floured surface; flatten.

Roll from center until 1/8-inch thick.

Fit loosely into pie plate.

Trim 1/2 inch beyond edge; fold under and flute.

Makes single 8 or 9-inch crust.