How to Make Grandma's Secret Pie Crust - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the taste of a homemade pie, and the key component to a perfect pie is the crust. And when it comes to pie crust, there's nothing better than Grandma's secret recipe. Passed down through generations, this pie crust recipe has stood the test of time and is a family favorite.

Grandma's secret pie crust is the perfect combination of flakiness and buttery goodness. It's the kind of crust that makes you want to savor every last bite, and it's surprisingly easy to...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups shortening
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons water

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 crusts

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In large bowl mix flour and salt. Cut in shortening with two butter knives.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together egg, vinegar, and water. Drizzle wet mixture into dry mixture, cutting it in.
  • Roll out dough, and fit into two 9-inch pie pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    231 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 150mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 5mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 29mg