French Pie Pastry

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My daughter in law is from france and this is how she makes her pie crusts. I think this is far superior to the ones made with shortening and the crust is much flakier. Hope you like it!!

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Steps

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Place flour and salt in food processor and pulse a couple times.

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Add butter and process until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

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Add water 1 t at a time through top feeder and pulse briefly until dough begins to form a ball.

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Remove from processor and place on floured surface.

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Form into a ball.

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Allow dough to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before rolling out.

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On lightly floured surface , roll out dough to fit pie pan.

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Place in pan , flute edges and prick bottom of dough several times with a fork.

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Place in freezer for 15 to 20 minutes.

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Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

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Bake pie shell for 15 to 20 minutes or til light brown.

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Ingredients

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flour, salt, butter, ice water