My Favorite Vinegar Pie Crust Recette

This isn't just any pie crust – it's a family heirloom! For generations, my grandma, mom, and aunt have used this incredibly versatile vinegar pie crust recipe, and it's the only one I'll ever use. Until I was 11, I didn't even know other pie crusts existed! Its secret? A touch of vinegar that creates the flakiest, most tender crust you've ever tasted. Perfect for both sweet and savory pies, this recipe makes four crusts – enough for four single-crust pies or two double-crust pies. Use it for classic apple pies (sprinkle the top with sugar!), hearty pot pies, savory pasties, or delicious turnovers. Don't substitute the shortening – lard is the only acceptable alternative. Butter and margarine have a lower fat content, resulting in a less flaky crust. Trust me on this one!

Préparation 20 min

Cuisson 8 min

Calories 926 kcal

Protéines 22g

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Ingrédients pour My Favorite Vinegar Pie Crust

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable shortening (or lard)
White Vinegar
6-8 tablespoons ice water
Egg

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Comment préparer My Favorite Vinegar Pie Crust

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar.
Cut in the shortening (or lard) using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the vinegar and ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead for a few seconds. Avoid overworking.
Divide the dough into four equal portions. Shape each portion into a disc about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
Wrap each disc individually in waxed paper, then place in airtight freezer bags, removing as much air as possible. Freeze for later use or proceed to the next step for immediate use.
For immediate use: On a lightly floured surface, roll out each disc to your desired thickness. Gently transfer to your pie plate or baking surface.
Bake according to your pie recipe. For a double-crust pie, bake for approximately 8 minutes before adding filling.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

Fat

82g

Carbs

23g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Pies And Tarts Desserts American Holiday Event Vegetarian Crusts Pastry Dough 2 Dietary Comfort Food Oamc Freezer Make Ahead Inexpensive Taste Mood Number Of Servings

Questions fréquentes

Combien de temps faut-il pour préparer My Favorite Vinegar Pie Crust ?

My Favorite Vinegar Pie Crust prend environ 28 minutes du début à la fin — environ 20 minutes de préparation et 8 minutes de cuisson.

Combien de calories contient My Favorite Vinegar Pie Crust ?

My Favorite Vinegar Pie Crust contient environ 926 calories par portion, avec environ 22 g de protéines, 23 g de glucides et 101 g de lipides.

De quels ingrédients ai-je besoin pour My Favorite Vinegar Pie Crust ?

Les principaux ingrédients de My Favorite Vinegar Pie Crust sont Flour, Salt, Shortening, White Vinegar, Ice Water, Egg. Consultez la liste complète avec les quantités ci-dessus.