Perfect Pie Shell

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Cuisine: American

A flaky, buttery pie shell perfect for sweet or savory fillings, offering a crisp texture and classic flavor that suits both beginner and experienced bakers alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 3 tablespoons ice cold water

Instructions

  1. Sift flour and salt together.
  2. Cut shortening into the flour with a pastry blender until it resembles coarse cornmeal.
  3. Sprinkle water, 1 tablespoon at a time, over the mixture.
  4. Work lightly with a fork until dough is formed.
  5. Roll the dough thin.
  6. Bake at 450° for about 15 minutes, depending on oven.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

312 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.6g 5% DV
Total Fat 25.3g 32% DV
Carbs 19.1g 7% DV
Fiber 0.7g 2% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9690.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 28.8mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium 12.3mg 1% DV
Iron 1.2mg 7% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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