Baked Press-in Crust

Directions

1. 1
   In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle, cream the butter with the sugars at medium speed for 2 minutes.
2. 2
   With the mixer at low speed, beat in the sifted flour-and-salt mixture.
3. 3
   Preheat the oven to 350.
4. 4
   Line a 9-by-13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing 2 inches of overhang on the 2 long sides.
5. 5
   Transfer the dough to the pan and press it over the bottom and 1 1/4 inches up the side all around.
6. 6
   (You can cover the dough with plastic wrap and press with the bottom of a measuring cup.)
7. 7
   Be sure the corners are not too thick.
8. 8
   Refrigerate until firm.
9. 9
   Bake the crust for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden brown; halfway through baking, use the back of a spoon to smooth the sides and corners of the crust.
10. 10
    Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let the crust cool before filling.