Never, Never Fail Pie Pastry

This is the best pastry recipe with perfect flavor. There is no fear of over-kneading this dough that comes together using flour, lard, and more.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 355 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 cup lard
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.33329999446869 cup cold water

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Cut in lard until mixture resembles a coarse meal.

Step 2

Whisk together water, egg yolk, vanilla, and vinegar in a separate bowl. Stir into flour mixture and knead dough briefly, just until smooth.

Step 3

Allow dough to rest for 15 minutes before rolling out.