Flaky Double-Crust Pastry

6 ingredients
7 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2 inch pieces (4 ounces)
  • 1/4 cup ice water, plus
  • 3 tablespoons ice water

Directions

  1. 1
    In a food processor, combine the flour and salt.
  2. 2
    Add the shortening and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
  3. 3
    Add the butter and pulse several times, until the butter is the size of small peas.
  4. 4
    Sprinkle evenly with the ice water and pulse just until the dough comes together.
  5. 5
    Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead lightly once or twice.
  6. 6
    Divide the dough in half; pat each half into a 6-inch disk.
  7. 7
    Wrap in plastic and refrigerate until firm, at least 30 minutes or overnight.

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