This crust is like a sugar cookie and it's easy to make. You can also use a food processor to make it.
INGREDIENTS (for 8 servings):
- 1/2 egg
- 3 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces
PREPARATION:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch pie pan.
In a small bowl, mix egg and sugar together. In a separate bowl, combine salt and flour. Cut in butter. Stir in egg mixture, then knead dough into a smooth ball. Keep refrigerated for 15 minutes.
Roll dough to 1/8 of an inch thickness and place it in pie pan; prick edges with a fork.
Bake in oven for 20 minutes. Use with favorite pie recipe.