Food Processor Pie Crust

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This pie crust is very tender and buttery. the recipe makes two 9-inch pie crusts. note: preparation time includes time required for pie dough to chill.

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Steps

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Using chopping blade of your food processor , properly position the blade and place all ingredients except ice water in processor bowl.

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Pulse for 3-4 seconds at a time until mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs.

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With processor running , drizzle water one tablespoon at a time until mixture pulls away from the processor bowl and forms a loose ball.

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Gently shape dough into a ball , wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes.

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Cut dough in half and form each half into a ball.

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Onto a lightly floured surface , gently roll one half of dough out to two inches larger than the pie plate.

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Roll dough onto rolling pin and move to pie plate , being careful not to tear during transfer.

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If baking a filled pie , repeat process for top crust.

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Bake per pie filling instructions.

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Pie crust should turn out golden brown.

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Ingredients

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flour, salt, shortening, butter, water