LouieNep Food

(by Lorraine) As most of you know, Louie does the cooking and I do the baking. Today I’m going to share a dirty little secret of mine- a recipe for pie crust that’s quick, easy, and can be made in the microwave! Trust me, no one will ever know.

Lorraine’s Secret Pie Crust
INGREDIENTS:
4 cups flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 pound shortening
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 cup cold water
WHAT TO DO:
In a large bowl, mix together flour and salt; cut in shortening. In a separate, medium bowl, mix together beaten egg, vinegar and cold water. Using a fork, slowly mix beaten egg mixture into flour mixture. Refrigerate for 6 hours. Roll onto a floured surface. Microwave shell on ‘HIGH’ for 4 to 5 minutes.

If making piecrust in a microwave makes you shudder, you can also use the above recipe to make piecrust in a regular oven. Bake in a preheated hot [425�F / 220�C] oven, until golden brown. Instant piecrust… and loads better than storebought!

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