wrote on 07 Feb 2006 in rec.food.baking
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> >
> > From: "Ken Ortmann" >
> > Date: 2006/02/06 Mon AM 12:56:26 EST
> > To:
> > Subject: Shrinking pie crust
> >
> > How can I prevent a pie crust from shrinking when it's baked without
> > a filling (pre-baked)?
>
> line your unbaked crust with foil after using a fork to prick thecrust
> all over. Add dry beans or pie weights and bake usually I think 20
> mins to 30 but I can't remember for sure. wendy
> >
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> > Ken
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Also allow the crust to rest in the fridge after rolling it out but prior
to fitting it into the pie pan. Rested it won't tend to unstretch.
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