How to Make Never, Never Fail Pie Pastry - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of making your own pie, and the key to a perfect pie lies in the pastry. Whether you're making a sweet fruit pie or a savory quiche, a flaky, buttery crust is essential. But for many home bakers, making pie pastry can be daunting. Luckily, with the right recipe and technique, you can create a foolproof pie pastry every time.

One recipe that has been tried and tested by countless home cooks is the aptly named "Never, Never Fail Pie Pastry." T...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup lard
  • ⅓ cup cold water
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 double crust

  • Mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Cut in lard until mixture resembles a coarse meal.
  • Whisk together water, egg yolk, vanilla, and vinegar in a separate bowl. Stir into flour mixture and knead dough briefly, just until smooth.
  • Allow dough to rest for 15 minutes before rolling out.
  • Nutrition

    355 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 50mg
    • Sodium: 135mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 37mg