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best pie crust

(1 rating)
Riven avatar
Recipe by
Connie Deitz
@Riven
Boise, ID

I never thought I'd love a pie crust made with vinegar. This crust is light and flaky, plus it's easy to make. Makes enough for 2 pies. I also use this crust for my Plachindas and pasties. Yummy

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 25 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For best pie crust

  • 4 c
    flour
  • 1 3/4 c
    shortening
  • 1 Tbsp
    vineger
  • 1
    beaten egg
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1 Tbsp
    sugar

How To Make best pie crust

  • 1
    Cut into the flour the shortening until crumbly.
  • 2
    In a small bowl, take your egg and beat it. To the egg add the vinegar, water, salt and sugar. Mix well.
  • 3
    Pour this into the flour and shortening mixture and stir until it falls off of the sides of the bowl and comes together. Do not add any more flour or water. Then use it for your pie crusts or just about anything that calls for a good flaky crust.
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