Mrbe Teig Tender Crust For Pies Or Torten Recipe

Discover the secret to a melt-in-your-mouth pie crust – no rolling required! This incredibly simple recipe, originally from the Wisconsin Dutch Chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook (Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947), delivers a flawlessly tender crust perfect for your favorite fruit pies or torten. Save time and effort without sacrificing flavor – get ready to bake deliciousness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 160 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mrbe Teig Tender Crust For Pies Or Torten

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How to Make Mrbe Teig Tender Crust For Pies Or Torten

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar.
  3. Cut in the shortening using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
  5. Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
  6. Add your favorite fruit filling (about 4 cups).
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

25g

Carbs

6g