French Pastry Pie Crust

French Pastry Pie Crust

My mom found this recipe several years ago, and I still use it today.

Yield:
2 pie crusts
Servings:
16

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
  • 5 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar. Mix well, then cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal.

Step 2
In a small bowl, combine egg, vinegar, and 4 tablespoons of water. Whisk together, then add gradually to flour mixture, stirring with a fork. Mix until dough forms a ball. Add one more tablespoon of water if necessary.

Step 3
Allow dough to rest in refrigerator 10 minutes before rolling out.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

212
Calories
13g
Fat
20g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 212
% Daily Value *
Total Fat13g 17%
Saturated Fat3g 17%
Cholesterol12mg 4%
Sodium223mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate20g 7%
Dietary Fiber1g 2%
Total Sugars2g
Protein3g
Calcium6mg 0%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium29mg 1%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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