Pie Crust Recipe Joy Of Cooking
If you’ve ever struggled with making the perfect pie crust, look no further. This recipe from Joy Of Cooking is tried and true, guaranteeing a buttery, flaky crust every time. Whether you’re making a sweet fruit pie or a savory quiche, this pie crust will be the star of the show.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
- 6-8 tbsp ice water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle in the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix gently with a fork until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and use as desired for your pie or quiche recipe.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Yield: 1 pie crust
This pie crust recipe from Joy Of Cooking is the perfect base for all your favorite pies and quiches. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll be making perfect pie crusts every time.
Nutritional information: (Calories: 160, Fat: 10g, Carbohydrates: 15g, Protein: 2g)
With this foolproof recipe, you’ll be a pie crust pro in no time. Enjoy the joy of baking with this delightful recipe!