Tootsie would you like a really good crust recipie?

Question

2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. crisco shortening
1/2c. butter (real butter, its important)
1T. sugar
1 1/2 t. baking powder
1/2 t. salt

Cut cold butter and shortening into other dry ingredients. When it looks about the size of pea gravel - some pieces the size of peas, but most smaller - Start adding tablespoons of ice water one at a time until it just binds together. Push it into a ball and wrap in plastic and let it sit in the fridge at least 20 min. or up to a couple days if making it ahead. Makes great pastry, people will think you're a genius. LOL 2 single crust or 1 double crust.

I've heard of that, (cream cheese) but haven't tried it. I think it makes a soft crust.

Answer 1

Thanks so much. I'm printing it out and putting it in my recipe box. Can't wait to try it.

Answer 2

I was watching a chef the other day on PBS and she adds cream cheese to her crusts. I dont remember why, though. Her specialty is baking.

Answer 3

Hi,thanks for the recipe for a quality pie crust, I will print it out know and i plan on using it to make my dad his favorite pie for Labor day.I appreciate it and so will Tootsie! Thank -You very much!