Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
4 cup

flour

unsifted

1 tbsp

sugar

1.75 cup

crisco

1 unit

egg

large

1 tbsp

vinegar

0.5 cup

water

2 tsp

salt

Step 1
~6 min

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and salt.

Step 2
~6 min

Add the Crisco to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture becomes crumbly.

Step 3
~6 min

In a separate small bowl, beat the egg, vinegar, and water together with a fork.

Step 4
~6 min

Combine the wet and dry mixtures, stirring until all ingredients are moistened and just come together.

Step 5
~6 min

Wrap the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes to relax the gluten.

Step 6
~6 min

Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.

Step 7
~6 min

Shape the dough to fit your pie dish or create pie shells.

Step 8
~6 min

Pre-bake the crust if required by your pie filling recipe.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Keep ingredients cold for best results.

Avoid overworking the dough.

Chill dough before rolling.

Dock the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (baking)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with your favorite pie filling

Serve cold with ice cream

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Apple Pie
Pumpkin Pie
Cherry Pie

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common in American dessert culture, especially during holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday Baking
Dessert for Dinner Parties

Popularity Score

75/100