Auntie Irene S Foolproof Pie Crust Small Batch Recipe

Ingredients for Auntie Irene S Foolproof Pie Crust Small Batch

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Sugar
• Butter Flavor Crisco
• White Vinegar
• 5-7 tablespoons ice water
• Egg

How to Make Auntie Irene S Foolproof Pie Crust Small Batch

1. Whisk together flour and salt in a large bowl.
2. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stir in the vinegar.
4. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing lightly until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently form it into a disc.
6. Wrap the disc in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 days).
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to your desired thickness.
8. Carefully transfer the dough to your pie plate.
9. Trim and crimp the edges.
10. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling.
11. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.