Ruth's Grandma's Pie Crust

This recipe is over 100 years old. My sister-in-law's grandmother said it was a no-fail recipe. It's the best I ever had.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 163 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 3 tablespoons white sugar
• 0.5 cup water
• 1.75 cups shortening

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, shortening, sugar, and salt. Blend together with a pastry cutter until crumbly.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix egg with water. Blend into flour mixture. Chill in refrigerator until ready to use.