Mom’s Pastry Mix
📜 Collection: Unknown Nine | ✍️ Attribution: Mom | 📂 Category: Basics A versatile, shelf-stable pastry mix that makes preparing homemade pie crusts quick and easy. Simply combine the dry base with cold water to achieve a flaky, tender dough.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mins | None | None | Makes approximately 17 cups of mix |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Pastry blender
- Airtight storage container
Ingredients
Pastry Mix Base
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 12 cups | Flour | All-purpose |
| 2 tbsp | Salt | None |
| 5 cups | Crisco Shortening | None |
For 2 Pie Crusts
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 cups | Pastry Mix | Prepared mix |
| 3 tbsp | Iced Cold Water | Very cold |
Instructions
Step 1: Preparing the Mix
- In a large bowl, combine the 12 cups flour, 2 tbsp salt, and 5 cups Crisco shortening.
- Use a pastry blender to cut the shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Store the finished mixture in an airtight container until ready to use.
Step 2: Making the Crust
- To make two pie crusts, place 2 cups pastry mix into a bowl.
- Add 3 tbsp iced cold water and mix well until the dough just comes together and is no longer crumbly.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The dry pastry mix can be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for several months.
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