Best Pie Crust

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This recipe is from the cookbook author rick rodgers. It is the best pie crust!!

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Steps

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To make the crust , mix the flour , sugar , and salt in a medium bowl.

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Using a pastry blender , cut in the shortening and butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal.

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Stirring with a fork , add just enough of the egg yolk mixture to moisten the dough so it holds together when pinched between the thumb and forefinger.

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Gather up into a thick disk and wrap in waxed paper.

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Refrigerate at least 30 minutes , or up to overnight.

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Ingredients

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all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, vegetable shortening, unsalted butter, egg yolk, ice water, cider vinegar