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Default Pie Crust - Make Your Own, Or Buy It?

Dave Smith wrote:
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> On 15/06/2012 8:29 AM, Janet wrote:
>
> > In my climate I just run the cold tap a minute until the water coming
> > out is *really* cold from deep underground.

>
> My water comes from a well and sits in the tank in the water pressure
> system. Unless I flush with 5 gallons, it is more likely to be room
> temperature. From my experience I think that is good enough. Putting a
> couple tablespoons of water into three cups of flour and shortening is
> going to warm up the water instantly anyway. The important thing is to
> use at least cool, not hot water.


Perhaps putting flour and shortening in fridge would help solve this cold
water issue?

Gary