Most Incredible No Fail Pie Crust

By lucy_mcmurray

This is absolutely the best pie crust I have ever used. It never fails me and always comes out flaky and perfect. This recipe is enough for 2 - 9" crusts.

Ingredients

• 3 cups flour
• 1 cup shortening
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 5 tablespoons cold water
• 1 teaspoon vinegar

Preparation

Step 1

1 Cut together flour, shortening and salt until it resembles small peas.
2 Combine the egg, water and vinegar and gradually add to flour mixture.
3 Stir just until moistened and a soft dough forms.
4 Divide into 2 disks.
5 Wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.
6 Roll out and use with your favorite pie recipe!