Hot Water Pastry Crust
Our Hot Water Pastry Crust is a versatile and flaky masterpiece, crafted with precision and skill to create the perfect shell for savory pies and hearty fillings, providing a satisfying and golden-brown bite with every mouthful.
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Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup shortening
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 cup boiling water
Instructions
- In a medium size mixing bowl, stir together flour and salt.
- Add shortening and mix by hand until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Using a wooden spoon, stir in boiling water until rough dough is formed.
- Tip dough out onto lightly floured surface and kneed until dough is smooth; 3 - 4 minutes. Take care not to overwork the dough.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap and let sit on counter at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 1191kcal | Carbohydrates: 107g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 78g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 22g | Monounsaturated Fat: 32g | Trans Fat: 10g | Sodium: 964mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 0.4g | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 7mg