Grandma's No-Fail Pie Crust
Grandma's No Fail Pie Crust is a recipe that assimilates the warmness of tradition and the assurance of tastiness, in each flaky layer. This crust strikes the balance between simplicity and excellence requiring a few basic ingredients – flour, salt, shortening and cold water – to craft a foundation that is both tender and sturdy. Whether used for savory creations it serves as a masterpiece that elevates any filling into an unforgettable culinary delight.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 c all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 c shortening
- 4 to 5 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Begin by blending the ingredients in a bowl. Mix together 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- Next add the shortening to the mixture. Cut, in 1/3 cup of shortening using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles crumbs the size of peas.
- Slowly mix water into the mixture. Add 4 to 5 tablespoons of water one tablespoon, at a time while heaving with a fork until the dough comes together.
- Once the dough is constructed, gently shape it into a ball. Then roll it out on a surface according to your preferred size and thickness.
- Your pie crust is now prepared to be loaded with your favorite pie filling. Relish baking your pie with this crust!
Notes
Turning this timeless recipe into a gluten-free treat is simpler than you may imagine! Instead of using all-purpose flour opt for a top-notch gluten-free flour blend that can be seamlessly substituted in a 1:1 ratio. Make sure the blend contains xanthan gum, which mimics the texture and stretchiness of gluten guaranteeing that your crust remains perfectly intact. Keep everything the salt, shortening and cold water – and proceed with following the recipe as you normally would.