Simple Pie Crust Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 2/3 c. shortening
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 c. flour
  • 5-6 tbsp. water

Instructions

  1. Combine flour and salt in large mixing bowl.
  2. Cut shortening into flour with pastry blender or possibly two knives till particles are size of small peas.
  3. Add in water one Tbsp.
  4. at a time, mixing lightly with fork after each addition.
  5. (Use only as much water as is needed to allow mix to press together).
  6. Divide into two balls.
  7. Roll onto floured surface.
  8. Mix in half for ease in putting into pie pan.
  9. Makes 1 double crust.

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).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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