Never Fail Pie Crust

This quick pastry is a no-fail recipe made easily with ingredients usually found in most kitchens. Be sure to use cold water and keep well-wrapped until ready to use.

Category: Pastry

Ingredients

• 3 cups (700 g) flour
• 1¼ cup (300 g) shortening
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg, beaten
• ⅓ cup (80 ml) cold water
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar

Instructions

1. Combine flour, shortening and salt. Cut in shortening with fork (or pastry blender) until it resembles corn meal.
2. Combine water and vinegar with beaten egg. Add to flour mixture a little at a time until a soft dough forms.
3. Divide dough into three discs, and use or freeze individually.
4. When using, roll out onto a floured surface to desired measurements.

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