How to Make Perfect Pie Crust II - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably comforting about a homemade pie, and the key to a perfect homemade pie is a flaky, buttery crust. Whether you're making a sweet fruit pie or a savory meat pie, the crust can make or break your creation. That's why we've developed the Perfect Pie Crust II, a recipe that's foolproof and guaranteed to give you a beautiful, golden crust every time.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups unbleached flour
  • ¾ cup shortening
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 ½ teaspoons white sugar
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup ice water

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 4 single crusts

  • Place flour in a large bowl. Cut in shortening and butter until mixture is crumbly.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together egg, sugar, salt, and lemon juice. Make a well in the center of flour mixture. Pour in all of egg mixture and half of ice water. Stir gently with a fork, adding more water as needed, just until mixture forms a ball.
  • Turn dough onto a floured surface and cut into 4 equal portions. Knead each piece briefly and shape into a disc. Chill 1 hour before rolling out.
  • Nutrition

    292 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 35mg
    • Sodium: 188mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 42mg