French Pastry Pie Crust
My 1982 joy of cooking crust recipes all called for shortening, which i didn't have, the moosewood cookbook recipe didn't inspire confidence in me, and i was at a bit of a loss.
Recipe Summary French Pastry Pie Crust
My mom found this recipe several years ago, and I still use it today.
Ingredients | Pillsbury Pie Crust Recipes3 cups all-purpose flour1 ½ teaspoons salt3 tablespoons white sugar1 cup shortening1 egg1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar5 tablespoons waterDirectionsIn a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar. Mix well, then cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal.In a small bowl, combine egg, vinegar, and 4 tablespoons of water. Whisk together, then add gradually to flour mixture, stirring with a fork. Mix until dough forms a ball. Add one more tablespoon of water if necessary.Allow dough to rest in refrigerator 10 minutes before rolling out.Info | Pillsbury Pie Crust RecipesServings:
16
Yield:
2 pie crusts
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