Rye Pie Crust

Submitted by Kate S.

"A crust for savory pies. Try adding poppy or caraway seeds."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Yields: 1 crust

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup rye flour
• 1⁄2 cup pastry flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄3 cup lard
• 3 tablespoons ice water

directions

1. Preheat the oven to 450°. In small bowl, mix flour and salt. Using a fork, cut in shortening until mixture is the size of peas. Sprinkle with water, one tablespoon at a time. Blend lightly with fork until all flour is moistened. Roll out on a floured board. Carefully lift pastry into pie shell. Prick pastry several times on the bottom and sides with fork. Bake 10 to 12 minutes.