This is the recipe we use in the Test Kitchen when we test readers' pie recipes that don't include a specific recipe for the pastry. -Janet Briggs
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Yield 1 pastry shell (8 servings).
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until a ball forms. Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. or 10-in. pie plate. , Transfer crust to pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of pie plate; flute edge. Fill or bake crust according to recipe directions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 148mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Obarogie Beauty
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the best pastry recipe I've ever used.
Yaseen Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I've never been able to make a good pie crust before, but this one is so easy to follow and it always turns out great.
Lawrence Little
[email protected]I made this pastry for a pie I was making for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Arbaj Mikrani
[email protected]This pastry is amazing! It's so flaky and flavorful. I will definitely be using this recipe again and again.
Kimberley Dyke
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the best pastry recipe I've ever used.
Chike Obi
[email protected]This is the best pastry recipe I've ever used. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.
Winfred Ndiritu
[email protected]I've been using this recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's the perfect pastry for any occasion.
Sid Ahmed
[email protected]This pastry is perfect for any type of pie. I've used it for fruit pies, cream pies, and even savory pies and it's always delicious.
Zaid Riyadh
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's the best pastry recipe I've ever used.
Kanzy Ibrahim
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I've never been able to make a good pie crust before, but this one is so easy to follow and it always turns out great.
Steven McGlauh
[email protected]I made this pastry for a pie I was making for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Nokwanda Xulu
[email protected]This pastry is amazing! It's so flaky and flavorful. I will definitely be using this recipe again and again.
Raymond Oliver
[email protected]I've tried many different pastry recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's so simple to make and it always comes out perfect.
yishreal Maxwell
[email protected]This pastry recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it always turns out flaky and delicious. I've used it for both sweet and savory pies, and it's always perfect.