On 15/06/2012 8:38 AM, S Viemeister wrote:

> I use my food processor for pie crust - mine is just as good as my
> mother's but much faster, so I do it more often.
>

What does that say about your mother's pie crust?
I have made hundreds of pies over the years. I have got away with using
a mixer or a food processor, but you have to be careful not to overdo
it. You want chunks of shortening in the pastry.