Boiling Water Pastry Pie Crusts

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 225g (1 3/4 cups)
• Salt: 5g (1 teaspoon)
• Boiling water: 1 cup

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
2. Pour the boiling water over the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. Divide the dough in half and wrap each half in plastic wrap.
5. Let the dough rest for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Fat: 1g

Dish Characteristics:

• Flaky and tender
• Easy to make
• Versatile enough for any type of pie filling

User Comments:

• "These pie crusts were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly! They were the perfect base for my apple pie."
• "I love how versatile these pie crusts are. I've used them to make everything from sweet to savory pies."
• "These pie crusts are a lifesaver! They're so much quicker and easier to make than traditional pie crusts."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overwork the dough, as this can make it tough.
• If the dough is too dry, add a little more boiling water. If it's too wet, add a little more flour.
• Let the dough rest for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will allow the gluten to relax and make the dough easier to work with.