Best 2 Grandmas Very Easy Pie Crust Recipes

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Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA'S BEST PIE CRUST



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The BEST pie crust you'll ever have! Made with butter and lard (or shortening) in the food processor, this is the flakiest and tender pie crust!

Provided by Nellie

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chilled unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
1/2 cup chilled lard (cut into cubes)
5 tablespoons ice water (I usually end up with about 6 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • Blend flour, sugar, and salt in processor just until processed.
  • Pulse the butter and lard in, blend until mixture resembles coarse crumbles.
  • Add 5 tablespoons ice water and pulse a few times until dough begins to clump together. Do not overwork. When it starts to come away from the edges, dump the dough on to a floured surface.
  • Add another tablespoon of ice water and, using your hands, mix the water into the dough just until it forms a ball. Add additional water until you get the ball shape needed.
  • Divide dough in half and form each half into a disc. Wrap the disc in plastic wrap and put it into the fridge for at least an hour.
  • If necessary, soften slightly at room temperature before rolling out.
  • I bake this at 375 degrees for about 15 minutes. But keep an eye on it, every oven is a bit different.

GRANDMA'S PERFECT PIE CRUST



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My grandma knew how to make the best pies every year for Thanksgiving. The crust is tender and flaky and so easy to make! You will never buy from the store again!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
4 to 5 Tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl stir together flour and salt. With a pastry blender cut in shortening till pea-sized.
  • Sprinkle water on one tablespoon at a time tossing with a fork. Push moistened dough to the side. Mix till all flour is moistened. Don't mix too much or the crust will be hard.
  • Form into a ball and roll out on the floured surface. Turn and flour the dough a few times till it's the size you need.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 73 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

- Use cold butter and ice water: This will help keep the dough flaky and prevent it from becoming tough. - Work the dough quickly: Overworking the dough will make it tough. Just mix it until it comes together, then stop. - Chill the dough before rolling it out: This will help prevent the dough from shrinking in the oven. - Trim the edges of the dough evenly: This will help the pie crust bake evenly. - Bake the pie crust at a high temperature for a short time: This will help create a golden brown crust. - Let the pie crust cool completely before filling it: This will help prevent the filling from making the crust soggy.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Very Easy Pie Crust is a simple and versatile recipe that can be used for a variety of pies. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and flaky pie crust that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're in the mood for a homemade pie, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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