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It is possible to bake your pie crust in
the microwave. Be aware it will not brown exactly as in the oven
but it will cook.
Microwave Pecan Crust
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons ground pecans
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons vegetable shortening
2 tablespoons cold water
- In a small mixing bowl, stir together
flour, pecans and salt. Cut in shortening with a fork until the
pieces are the size of small peas. Sprinkle up to 2 tablespoons
cold water over the mixture, a tablespoon at a time; gently toss
with a fork, pushing to side of the bowl and repeating until
all is moistened. Form the dough into a ball.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the
ball into a circle. Line a microwave-safe pie plate with the
pastry and flute the edge. Cover the surface of pastry with plastic
wrap. Spread dried beans on top of the plastic wrap to a depth
of 1 inch. Microwave, uncovered, on MEDIUM for 6 minutes, rotating
the dish a half-turn every 2 minutes. Carefully lift the plastic
wrap and beans from the pastry. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH
for about 2 minutes or browned.
Makes 8 servings.
Note: Though the crust will brown in the
microwave and remain tender, pre-baking it in a conventional
oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes will give
you a more evenly browned, flakier crust.
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