Pie crust
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Ingredients
- 4 cups (1 L) All Purpose Flour
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
- 1¾ cups (425 mL) All-Vegetable Shortening, frozen and cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) ice water
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) white or cider vinegar
- 1 egg
Details
Level of difficulty Average
Cost Average budget
Preparation
Step 1
1. In a very large bowl or in a large-capacity food processor, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Add the shortening chunks and cut into the flour mixture with a pastry blender or by pulsing the food processor on and off until the mixture resembles coarse meal. (If using the food processor, transfer the mixture to a large bowl.)
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the water, vinegar and egg. Add to the flour mixture and toss with a fork until evenly combined and forms a soft dough. With well-floured hands, pat the dough gently into 5 equal balls, pressing just until it holds together without crumbling. Flatten slightly, wrap into plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour before using, or freeze to use at a later date.
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