Pie Crust C Super

📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Basics A simple and reliable recipe for a classic flaky pie crust. This foundational pastry dough is perfect for both sweet and savory pies.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
15 mins0 mins30 mins2 crusts

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry cutter

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
2 cupsFlourSifted
1 cupCriscoChilled
1 tspSaltNone
1/3 cupSour MilkNone
1 tbspVinegarNone

Instructions

Step 1: Preparation

  1. In a large bowl, combine the 2 cups flour, 1 cup Crisco, and 1 tsp salt until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. In a separate small bowl, mix the 1/3 cup sour milk and 1 tbsp vinegar together.
  3. Combine the liquid mixture with the dry ingredients, mix until just incorporated, and set aside to rest before rolling.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The dough can be wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months.


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