PASTRY FOR CLASSIC DOUBLE-CRUST PIE
You need only a handful of ingredients for this classic pie crust from our Test Kitchen. Add your family's favorite filling for a tantalizing treat.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield pastry for double-crust pie (9 or 10 inches).
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in the shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Divide dough in half so that one ball is slightly larger than the other. Roll out larger ball to fit a 9-in. or 10-in. pie plate. Transfer pastry to pie plate. Trim pastry even with edge., Pour desired filling into crust. Roll out second ball. Position over filling; cut slits in pastry. Trim pastry to 1 in. beyond edge of pie plate. Trim pastry to 1 in. beyond edge of pie plate. Fold top crust over bottom crust. Flute edges. Bake according to recipe directions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Sandra Alcaraz
[email protected]This pastry recipe is amazing! It's the perfect crust for any type of pie.
Ransford Baidoo
[email protected]I'm so happy I found this pastry recipe. It's the perfect crust for my classic double-crust pie.
sashwot khatri
[email protected]This pastry recipe is a must-try for any pie lover. It's the perfect way to elevate your pies to the next level.
Intikhab Khan
[email protected]I've never been a fan of making pie crusts, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so easy to make, and the results are amazing.
glenn poriambep
[email protected]This pastry recipe is a winner! My pies always turn out golden brown and flaky.
Cassie T
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this pastry recipe. It's the perfect crust for my favorite apple pie.
Yakub Ali
[email protected]This pastry recipe is a great starting point for creating your own unique crusts. I love experimenting with different flavors and ingredients.
Muhammed Sohail
[email protected]I was so impressed with this pastry recipe. It's so easy to make, and it tastes amazing. I will definitely be using it again.
Ram pratap Sah
[email protected]This pastry recipe is a lifesaver. I used to buy pre-made pie crusts, but they were always so expensive. Now I can make my own crusts for a fraction of the price.
Liny joy
[email protected]I've been using this pastry recipe for years, and it never disappoints. It's the perfect crust for any occasion.
Ebony Barnes
[email protected]This is the best pastry recipe I've ever used. It's so versatile, and I can use it for both sweet and savory pies.
Ben Emmanuel
[email protected]I love that this pastry recipe doesn't require any special ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand.
Sitey Abdullahi
[email protected]This pastry recipe is a game-changer. My pies have never been so good!
Khalil Jutt
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this pastry crust without any problems. It was so easy to follow the instructions.
pro pro d'or nod
[email protected]I was skeptical at first, but this pastry recipe really is as good as everyone says it is. It's the perfect crust for any pie.
Nicole Meyer
[email protected]I've tried many pastry recipes over the years, and this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out flaky and delicious.
Aishi Art
[email protected]This pastry recipe is a keeper! It's flaky and buttery, and it holds up well in the oven. My pies always turn out perfect with this crust.