Pat In Pan Margarine Crust Adapted From Joy Of Cooking Recipe

Craving a flaky, buttery pie crust without the fuss? This quick and easy recipe, adapted from the iconic Joy of Cooking, delivers a perfectly golden-brown crust in under 30 minutes! Perfect for pies with cooked fillings, this 'pat-in-the-pan' method simplifies the process, leaving you with more time to focus on your delicious pie filling. Get ready to impress with this simple yet elegant crust.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 189.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pat In Pan Margarine Crust Adapted From Joy Of Cooking

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How to Make Pat In Pan Margarine Crust Adapted From Joy Of Cooking

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Combine 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon salt in a food processor.
  3. Pulse to blend flour and salt.
  4. Add 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted margarine, cut into cubes. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in 2 tablespoons ice water (add more 1 tablespoon at a time if needed).
  6. Pulse until the dough just begins to come together. Do not overmix.
  7. Gently press the dough into a 9-inch pie plate, ensuring it covers the bottom and comes up the sides evenly.
  8. Use a fork to prick the bottom and sides of the crust several times to prevent bubbling during baking.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden brown. Keep a close eye on it towards the end to prevent over-browning.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

8g

Carbs

6g