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Flakey Pie Crust

The 3 - 2 - 1 ratio of flour, buter and water is the secret to making the ultimate flakey pie crust.

Ingredients

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Makes
1 pie crust

300 g pastry flour

200 g butter, cold and unsalted

100 g ice cold water

pinch of salt 

 

Method/Steps

1. Dissolve salt in water.

2. Cut butter into flour. Keep cutting until you see pea-sized granules of butter and flour.

3. Sprinkle the water over the mixture, and stir until moist.

4. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface.Press the mixture together, without kneading, until it forms a ball.

5. Cover with plastic wrap. Chill for at least half an hour. Roll it out, and fill with your favourite fruit or cream-based filling. 

Wine and Spirits Match

Enjoy your final creation with hot coffee, tea or even a glass of bubbly.