Foolproof Pie Crust
"My mother in law gave me this handed down recipe as a welcome to the family gesture 20+ years ago and it's still the best one I've come across. It's the flakiest crust I've ever made and fairly easy too. Hope you enjoy!"
- Ready In:
- 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 7
- Yields:
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3 8inch double crust pies
ingredients
directions
- Mix together the flour, shortening, sugar and salt.
- Beat together the egg, vinegar and water.
- Combine the two mixtures and then chill for no less than 15 minutes.
- Divide dough in three for three 8 inch double crust pies or into two for two 9 inch double crust pies and roll out accordingly.
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Reviews
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My mother gave me this recipe years 30+ years ago, and it hasn't failed me yet. Make sure you use all-purpose flour. I used bread flour once and it didn't roll out as well. My husband raves about my pies to everyone - he is in love with this crust! -
I made this yesterday for my pumpkin pie recipe. This is the perfect pie crust, flaky, rich and bakes to a perfect golden color without getting too dark. Thank you for such a great recipe. This is the only pie crust recipe I'll ever use from here on out.
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I love this pie crust... it is the exact recipe that my southern grandmother has always made. Thanks for posting- it is delicious!!!
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Hi all! I'm just your average Mom that loves to cook and bake. I've always had a curious nature so it's no surprise that I love to try all different recipes I find and add my own little touch here and there. I'm also a nascar addict, and appreciate anything of vintage such as old cars,motorcycles , etc. I'm also a music buff and it doesn't matter what kind, I love it all! My kids are an endless source of pride and joy for me, and now that I have a grandson I get to spoil and get away with it! My kids seem to have enjoyed being mom's "guinnea pigs" when it comes to eating what I've made. That tells me I must be doing something right! Friends and family haven't ever complained either! I just love creating a memory from a meal and hope by sharing what I have , more can do the same.
