Perfect Pie Crust

Directions

1. To make the pie crust dough, combine the dry ingredients in a stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment. Add the butter. Mix on low until the butter is broken down into pea-sized pieces.

2. Add the eggs, one at a time, waiting until each egg is incorporated before adding the next.
3. After the eggs are incorporated, add the cold water. Mix just until the dough comes together.
4. Turn out onto a floured work surface. Press into a one-inch thick rectangle, without working the dough much.
5. Wrap in plastic. Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
6. Divide in half. Freeze half for later use. Roll out the other half to 12” diameter.
7. Place flattened dough in a greased pie dish by gently lifting the edges of the dough and pressing it down into the plate corners. Trim off excess and fold under 1” border under to form a hearty crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill.