For a single-crust pie: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour> 1/2 teaspoon salt> 1/2 cup vegetable shortening> 3 to 4 tablespoons cold water> For a double-crust pie: 3 cups all-purpose flour> 1 teaspoon salt> ...

Makes 2 (8- to 10-inch) pie crusts or 1 double crust shell. Recipe is from “Savory Pies — Delicious Recipes for Seasoned Meats, Vegetables and Cheeses Baked in Perfectly Flaky Crusts” by Greg Henry.

The key to any good pie starts with the dough. In order to achieve tender, flaky and golden-brown pie crust, there are a few simple techniques and tips to follow. Basic pie dough contains few ...

In a large bowl or in the bowl of a food processor, combine the flour and salt. Add the butter and cut in or pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Pour in the milk. Combine just until the ...

PITTSBURGH — Pie crust looks like it should be the easy part of making a homemade pie. All you need to create a flaky foundation for your favorite filling is a handful of basic ingredients most home ...

With a diverse array of sweet and savory pie recipes out there, you'll be hard-pressed to pick just one favorite. For those who love making a pie entirely from scratch, you know the fun -– and ...

Cody Long is a former video journalist and producer for the Los Angeles Times who focused on food video. Originally from San Diego, Long received his bachelor’s in art with an emphasis in photography ...

• 1 rolled out basic pie dough round • 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted• 1/8 teaspoon salt • 3 large eggs • 1/4 to 1/3 cup unbleached all-purpose flour • 1/3 cup ...