Flaky Pie Crust Recipe & Tips

Danielle Green
September 12, 2014
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Tender and flaky pie crust that takes any pie recipe over the top!

~Single Crust~
1? c. sifted flour
½ tsp. salt
½ c. shortening
2 to 3 Tbsp. water
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~Double Crust~
2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
¾ c. shortening
3 to 4 Tbsp. water
In mixing bowl the combine flour and salt. Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender or two butter knives until the mixture is course. Sprinkle with water, a tablespoon or less at a time and toss lightly...
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Nutritions

Calories
2760

Sodium
3567mg
148% DV

Fat
6g
9% DV

Protein
78g
156% DV

Carbs
577g
196% DV

Fiber
22g
91% DV
Dairy-Free Vegetarian

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Nutritions

Calories
756

Sodium
738mg
30% DV

Fat
39g
61% DV

Protein
31g
62% DV

Carbs
62g
21% DV

Fiber
4g
18% DV