Classic American Pie Crust

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   In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.

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   Cut or rub in half of the butter or shortening, then the other half.

3. 3

   Sprinkle the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, over mixture.

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   With fork, toss mixture together.

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   Continue until the dough is just moist enough to hold together when pressed.

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   Gather into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least one hour.

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   Take dough from the refrigerator and roll out on a lightly floured surface until it is about 1/8 inch thick and about 2 inches larger in diameter than your pie plate.

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   This gives you enough to make a good high rim for a single crust shell.

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   Keep dough chilled until ready to use.

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    The dough can be chilled for up to a month or frozen until needed.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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