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I have found this the most successful. Place a sheet of cling wrap on the counter, put your disc shaped round of pie crust on it, and cover with another sheet of plastic wrap. You will be able to roll your crust sooo thin and even. When you're done rolling jiggle the lower sheet of plastic wrap gently to unstick the crust from the counter without distorting it. Then you will be able to gather the outer edges of plastic wrap and crust and lay it over the pie plate. Be sure to ease the sides down in towards the middle to your crust won't rip. Tip the wrap/crust half way from left to right over your right hand (like a big taco shell). While holding the dough with your right hand gently remove the wrap from the bottom of the LH side of crust. When you've loosened the wrap, lower it to the bottom of the pie plate and push it gently towards the middle (lifting a little with your right hand to give some space for the wrap. Lay the crust that's on top of your right hand back over to the left side of the plate, again, easing the sides so the dough doesn't rip. To remove the plastic from the other side fold the dough from R to L and gently loosen the wrap. As you remove the wrap from what will be the RH side of the dough jiggle out the remainder of the plastic and continue to ease your crust into the plate.
OR if that is too complicated (even though it does guarantee perfect results) after rolling pull of the top sheet of wrap and loosen the bottom layer with the crust on it from the counter. Invert your pie pan over the crust, slide your hand under the plastic beneath the crust and just give it a flip. If it tears, just ease it back in to place and use a moistened finger to "melt" the tear away.
Good luck.
Julie
What else can I help you with?
Why does your pie crust stick to the pan?
Perhaps you can try to butter the pan before you sticky the crust in it.
Should I dust my pie pan with flour before placing a pie crust in it?
Generally speaking, yes. The flour will help the pie crust to come away from the pan cleanly, and not stick and fall apart.
Which pie pan is best to not get crust that sticks?
Norpro makes a non-stick pie pan that should solve your problem.
How do you measure a pie pan accurately?
To measure a pie pan accurately, use a ruler or measuring tape to measure the diameter of the pan across the top edge. This measurement will help you choose the right size of pie crust or filling for your pie.
How is pie made?
For pies made in pie plates, a crust lines the pan, a filling is added and the pie is baked. For cream pies, the crust is cooked through and then the filling is added and the pie is cooled. Some pies are fried. In this case the crust is folded over the filling and the edges are sealed and then the pie is fried.
Why does the crust recede from the edges of the pie pan?
A pie crust shrinks somewhat after being rolled out. This is partly due to the elastic quality of gluten in the flour. You can minimize shrinking by allowing the unbaked pie shell to "rest" after rolling out and fitting it in the pan - that is, simply let it sit for about 20 minutes before filling and baking the pie.
What type of pan should you use for a light delicate pie crust?
The type of pan is unlikely to effect the nature of the pie crust. For a light delicate crust, one must use the correct proportions of flour, fat and water in the dough, and handle the dough as little as possible when rolling out.
What are the best tips for baking a perfect pie using a Pyrex pie pan?
To bake a perfect pie using a Pyrex pie pan, follow these tips: Preheat the oven and place the Pyrex pie pan on a baking sheet to ensure even baking. Use a well-chilled pie crust and fill it with your desired filling. Brush the crust with an egg wash for a golden finish. Place the pie in the center of the oven and rotate it halfway through baking for even browning. Let the pie cool completely before slicing to allow the filling to set.
What is the difference between a single pie crust and a double crust?
A single pie crust is just the bottom crust on a finished pie. For instance, a French Silk or pumpkin pie is a single crust pie.A double crust is a pie that has a bottom, filling and then a top crust to cover the pie. A traditional apple or blueberry pie is a double crust. An apple pie with a crumble topping instead of that second crust on top is a single crust pie.
Can you bake pie crust in a cake pan?
You can use a round cake pan, although the crust may not turn out as planned. This works better for cold pies such as cream pies and meringue pies. Hot pies, such as fruit pies and cobblers, would benefit from being baked in a pie pan - the edges are sloped, which will change how it crisps.
If you wrap a pie in a bacony crust is it still a pie?
A pie remains a pie regardless of the type of crust it is baked in.
What is a simple recipe for making an easy veggie pot pie?
To make an easy veggie pot pie, saut mixed vegetables in a pan with butter and flour to make a roux. Add vegetable broth and seasonings, then pour the mixture into a pie crust. Top with another pie crust and bake until golden brown.
