Basic Crust

1. 1

   Pulse the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt in a food processor.

2. 2

   Add the shortening and one-third of the butter; pulse until the mixture looks like coarse meal.

3. 3

   Add the remaining butter and pulse until it is the size of peas.

4. 4

   Add 1/4 cup ice water and pulse a few more times.

5. 5

   If the dough doesn't hold together when squeezed, add more ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, pulsing.

6. 6

   Divide between 2 sheets of plastic wrap.

7. 7

   Pat into disks; wrap and chill at least 1 hour.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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