A Baker’s Odyssey: Pie Crust Recipe
You say you can’t make pie pastry? This video will take all the fear out of making pie dough. I explain why each step is necessary and guide you to perfect results every time.
James Beard Award-winning Cookbook Author
You say you can’t make pie pastry? This video will take all the fear out of making pie dough. I explain why each step is necessary and guide you to perfect results every time.
your video does not specify the amount of flour for the pie crust – can you provide?
Hello, Bill Baca
Here’s how I make my basic pie dough now: 7.5 ounces all-purpose flour, 6 ounces fat (half butter, half lard or vegetable shortening), 1/2 teaspoon salt, about 6 tablespoons ice water. Happy Baking!
Is there a recipe that goes with this? I like the video!
Hello, Annette
I’ll cut to the chase and tell you what I make now as my basic pie dough: 7.5 ounces all-purpose flour, 6 ounces fat (half butter, half lard or vegetable shortening), 1/2 teaspoon salt, about 6 tablespoons ice water. Happy baking and thanks so much for writing.