How to Make the Perfect Pie Crust

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A good is crust is all it takes to take your pie from passable to unsurpassable. See our secrets on how to make the perfect pie crust.

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Short Crust Pastry

How to Make Sweet Shortcrust Pastry

Ingredients

225g plain flour
100g butter, diced
pinch salt

Details

Level of difficulty Average
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 10mins
Cost Average budget

Preparation

Step 1

Sift the flour into a large bowl, add the butter and rub in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Stir in the salt, then add 2 - 3 tbsp water and mix to a firm dough.

Knead the dough briefly and gently on a floured surface.

Wrap in cling film and chill while preparing the filling.

Keep everything cold and use a food processor, if you have one, as it will stop the butter melting and keep the taste

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