February 13, 2009, Newsletter Issue #203: No Fail Pie Crust
Tip of the Week
No Fail Pie Crust
4 cups flour
1 Tablespoon sugar
2 tsp. Salt
1 3/4 c. shortening (must be shortening)
1/2 cup water
1 Tablespoon vinegar
1 egg
Mix flour, sugar and salt with fork. Blend in shortening with a pastry blender or fork if necessary. In a separate bowl, stir together water, vinegar and egg. Add to the flour mixture and mix well with a fork until the dough forms a ball. Divide the dough into 4 portions. (This will make 2 double crust or 4 one crust pies. Shape portions into round patties, wrap in plastic wrap or wax paper. Chill for at least 1/2 hour before using.
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