A classic all-shortening pie crust made extra tender and easy to work with by the addition of egg and vinegar.

Author

Mac (July 4, 1974)


Recipe

MeasurementsIngredients
3 cupsFlour
1 1/2 cupsCrisco, chilled
1Egg, beaten
1 tablespoonVinegar
7 tablespoonsCold Water
1 teaspoonSalt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  2. Cut the chilled Crisco into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In a separate small bowl, mix together the beaten egg, vinegar, and cold water.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture and mix with a fork until a dough forms.
  5. Divide the dough in half, form into two disks, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes before rolling.

Note

This dough will freeze well!