Homemade Pie Shell Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyCuisine
CourseMethod
Dish

Ingredients

 All purpose flour1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Salt1 Teaspoon
 Shortening6 Tablespoon
 Ice water2 Tablespoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 1251 Calories from Fat 806

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 91 g140.3%

Saturated Fat 22.7 g113.4%

Trans Fat 11.8 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 1944.9 mg81%

Total Carbohydrates 95 g31.8%

Dietary Fiber 3.4 g13.5%

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 13 g25.8%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium 2.2% Iron 32.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Place flour and salt in small bowl.
Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle water over mixture.
Stir with fork to form a ball.
Roll out on floured pastry board to 12-inch circle.
Fit into 9-inch micro proof pie plate.
Trim and flute edge.
Prick pastry with fork.
Cook on HI, 10 to 12 minutes.
Pastry is done when it appears dry and blistered and is not doughy.
Cool before filling.
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