Pie Pastry

Updated Nov. 3, 2022

Total Time
15 minutes, plus 1 hour's chill time
Rating
4(5)
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Ingredients

Yield:pastry for pie crust and lid
  • 3cups flour
  • ½teaspoon salt
  • 9tablespoons butter, cut in bits
  • ¼cup solid vegetable shortening
  • 1egg plus 1 yolk, lightly beaten
  • 3 to 4tablespoons ice water
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Nutritional analysis per serving (10 servings)

280 calories; 16 grams fat; 8 grams saturated fat; 1 gram trans fat; 5 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 29 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 5 grams protein; 125 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In large bowl combine flour and salt. Cut in butter and shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal.

  2. Step 2

    With fork stir in egg and enough water to moisten dry ingredients.

  3. Step 3

    Divide dough in half, place each half on sheet of waxed paper and press into a flattened disk. Chill at least one hour before rolling.

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