Store-bought pie crust
Rolled refrigerated pastry (Pillsbury) or frozen deep-dish shells. Refrigerated roll-out crust is more versatile. You can fit it into any dish. Key steps: chill thoroughly after fitting, blind bake (bake with pie weights or dried beans) for custard and cream pies. Don't skip the blind bake. It prevents soggy bottoms.
Used for
- fruit pies
- cream pies
- quiche
- galettes
- tarts
In the kitchen
- Blind bake.
- Crimp edges.
- Brush with egg wash.
Picking it at the store
- Refrigerated Pillsbury rolls are widely loved; frozen Wholly Wholesome is a high-quality option.
- Let it warm at room temperature 10 minutes before unrolling to prevent cracking.
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