Basic Butter Pie Crust

Basic Butter Pie Crust

• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 2 1/2 cup flour butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4-1/2 cup ice water

1. In a large bowl mix together the flour and salt.
2. Using a pastry blender, fork or your hands mix the butter cubes into the flour until crumbs are formed. (This can be done in a matter of seconds in a food processor.)
3. Slowly add in the water one tablespoon at a time until a ball is formed.
4. DO NOT KNEAD OR OVER WORK THE DOUGH.
5. Flatten the dough ball and wrap in plastic wrap.
6. Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours before using.