Easy Pie Crust

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups (281g)
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• Unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes): 1 cup (2 sticks)
• Ice water: 1/2 cup to 3/4 cup

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
2. Add the cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Slowly add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, while mixing with a fork or your hands. Only add enough water until the dough just comes together. Do not overwork the dough.
4. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a 12-inch circle.
7. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie plate and trim the edges.
8. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of pie crust):

• Calories: 220
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Flaky and buttery
• Tender and flavorful
• Perfect for any pie filling

User Comments:

• "This is the best pie crust I've ever made! It was so easy and turned out perfectly."
• "I love that it's made with common ingredients that I can easily find at the supermarket."
• "I've used this recipe for years and it never fails to impress my guests."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overwork the dough, or it will become tough.
• If the dough is too dry, add a little more ice water.
• If the dough is too wet, add a little more flour.
• Refrigerating the dough for at least 30 minutes helps to make it easier to roll out.