BRITISH SHORTCRUST PIE PASTRY

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Many British recipes call for shortcrust pastry. This makes a great alternative to pre-made crusts. Because it is so easy to make in batches, I make extra to freeze for later use. This pastry dough can also be kept in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.

Provided by Piques

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Pastry Crusts

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup chilled butter
¼ cup shortening
4 tablespoons ice water, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Combine flour, butter, and shortening using a food processor until crumbly. Mix in water 1 tablespoon at at time until dough is soft and pliable.
  • Wrap dough in plastic wrap; let rest in a refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.7 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 49.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 21.1 g, Sodium 165.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

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