Italian Savory Pie Crust Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Chilling Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
2 8 inch pie crusts
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Calories
694 kcal
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Cuisine
Italian
Italian Savory Pie Crust Recipe
Description
The Italian Savory Pie Crust Recipe combines standard all-purpose flour with olive oil and cold water, producing a pliable dough with a slightly crumbly texture that holds together well when baked. Unlike buttery crusts, the olive oil adds a lightness and subtle fruitiness that complements savory ingredients. The preparation involves mixing flour and salt, integrating olive oil for a crumbly mixture, and then slowly adding cold water until a cohesive dough forms. Chilling the dough before use ensures better handling and a tender crust after baking.
Its moderate flour and olive oil ratio allow for a crust that is neither too greasy nor too dry, suitable for pies requiring a sturdy yet tender shell. After chilling, it can be rolled out and filled with ingredients like cheeses, vegetables, or meats.
Adjusting moisture balance is important; if too sticky, more flour may be added; if too crumbly, more cold water can be integrated gradually. This balance ensures a smooth, compact dough ready for pie preparation.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 260 grams
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup olive oil (50 grams)
- 1/2 cup water 130 grams, cold
Instructions
- In a large bowl or bowl of a food processor whisk together the flour and salt, then add the olive oil, stir with a fork or pulse to combine to form coarse crumbs.
- Slowly add the cold water and continue stirring or pulsing until dough comes together.
- Move the dough to a lightly floured flat surface and knead until smooth. Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate one hour before using.
Notes
- Add additional flour a tablespoon at a time if the dough feels too sticky to handle smoothly.
- If the dough is crumbly and doesn't hold together, incorporate cold water gradually to achieve a cohesive texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 28 inch pie crusts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 694 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 694kcal | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | 95g | 32% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 294mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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