Foolproof Pie Crust

7 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 4 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. cold water
  • 1 Tbsp. vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 3/4 c. shortening
  • 1 egg, slightly beaten

Directions

  1. 1
    In large bowl, stir together flour, sugar and salt.
  2. 2
    With pastry blender or knives cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
  3. 3
    In a separate bowl, beat water, vinegar and egg. Add to flour mixture, just to moisten.
  4. 4
    Shape pastry into a ball. Place on lightly floured surface.
  5. 5
    Cover and let set for 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. 6
    Form dough into 4 equal balls and flatten into a disk. Wrap each one in plastic wrap, then seal in foil.
  7. 7
    Refrigerate for 2 to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  8. 8
    Thaw in refrigerator before using.

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