Sweet Short Pastry

This sweet shortbread-type crust is delicious with fruit pies.

• Calories: 286 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled
• 4 tablespoons shortening, chilled
• 5 tablespoons ice water

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place flour in a bowl with the sugar and salt. Cut the butter and shortening into pieces, and cut into the flour until crumbly. Mix in vanilla. Add just enough water to form a ball: it should not be sticky. Knead quickly into a smooth ball. Wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour.

Step 2

When ready to make pie, roll dough out as you would any crust. Do not let sit out, or handle excessively allowing to soften. Easiest to work with if firm.