We tested three common fats to see which would produce the crispiest, flakiest pie crust. We tested three common fats—butter, shortening, and lard—to see which would produce the crispiest, flakiest ...

I used to dread making pies that involved homemade pie dough. There were always so many don'ts: Don't let the ingredients warm up, don't add too much water, don't overwork the dough. Honestly, it was ...

Turns out, you can improve upon an all-butter crust. Charlotte Rutledge is the former recipe testing and development manager for King Arthur Baking Company. She has worked in professional kitchens ...

Charlotte Rutledge is the former recipe testing and development manager for King Arthur Baking Company. She has worked in professional kitchens since she was a teenager. Good piecrust, most will agree ...

Pie Crust is a simple recipe usually made up of fat, water, and flour, plus some salt for flavoring! When it comes to making the perfect pie crust, the choice between butter and shortening is a common ...

Making a perfectly flaky pie crust requires patience, practice, and the right techniques. Avoid these common pie crust mistakes by following our expert tips.

We tested three common fats—butter, shortening, and lard—to see which would produce the crispiest, flakiest pie crust. If you're making a pie in advance, butter or lard is your best bet. Both fats ...