Pecan Pie Pastry

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Pecan Pie Pastry

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Serving Size : 2 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Nuts Pies

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 Cup Unbleached Flour
2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Pecans
1/4 Teaspoon Salt
3 Tablespoons Shortening Or Lard
water
Dried Beans

In a small mixing bowl stir together flour, chopped pecans and salt. Cut in
shortening or lard till the pieces are the size of small peas.
Sprinkle cold water over part of the mixture; gently toss with a fork.
Push to side of bowl. Repeat till all is moistened. Form dough into a ball.
On a lightly floured surface roll the ball into a 10-inch circle.
Line a 7-inch pie plate or quiche dish with the pastry. Flute edge. Cover
surface of pastry with clear plastic wrap. Spread dried beans atop the plastic
wrap to a depth of 1 inch. Micro-cook, uncovered, on 70% power for 6 minutes,
rotating the dish a half-turn every 2 minutes. Carefully lift plastic wrap and
beans from pastry. Micro-cook, uncovered, on 70% power about 2 minutes or till
pastry is dry.

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