EARTHQUAKE PIE CRUST

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Make sure the lid is on tight before starting to shake! This recipe saves on cleaning utensils and hands.

Provided by Esther Kenagy

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pie Crusts     Pastry Crusts

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup shortening
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
5 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Place flour, shortening, salt, baking powder, and water in a 2 quart bowl with a form fitting lid. Place lid on securely. Shake for 45 seconds, or until it sounds mixed. Turn bowl on its side, and shake up and down for 15 seconds to form a ball. Open bowl, and scrape dough out. Form into two balls. Chill while preparing filling. Roll out and use as directed in your favorite recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 249.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

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