Flaky, flaky, flaky. Cold vegetable shortening and ice water do the trick to make this classic crust true to its name.
Calories
184 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Whisk the flour and salt together in a medium size bowl. With a pastry blender, cut in the cold shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons ice water over flour. Toss mixture with a fork to moisten, adding more water a few drops at a time until the dough comes together.n
Step 2
Gently gather dough particles together into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes before rolling.n
Step 3
Roll out dough, and put in a pie plate. Fill with desired filling and bake.n
