Oil Pie Crust - Easy and Vegan Friendly - Steph’s Stove

[@connielynn195]

About 62 years ago my mother had a blood clot and ended up in the hospital. Her doctor at the time put her on a low-cholesterol diet which took her off of any kind of pork and he also took her off of shortening. Back then we didn't pay much attention to Omega 3s and 6s and we didn't know what trans-fats were. I think that olive oil was not used very widely in the American home kitchen. He told her to use corn oil. It took her a long time to come up with a recipe for an oil-based pie crust which was the first kind of crust I learned how to make. I don't remember it calling for sugar or milk. The liquid in it was ice water. It made a good pie crust. Most of the pie crust I use these days are ready-made. I realize not many people are as picky as I am but I certainly wouldn't use a soybean-based oil after reading an article in a nutrition magazine about soybean products messing up thyroid medication. Thanks for sharing your recipe it brought back many fond memories.

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Wow! I love hearing about your mother’s journey with a low cholesterol diet. I would imagine that 62 years ago that was difficult and a major change in cooking styles. When I think back on my grandparents, they ate everything fried in lard and used lots of butter. As a kid my Mamie’s food was good! However, even those items were much more pure (without added chemicals) than the same items of today. As for the sugar, it just adds a slight sweetness. The milk just add richness and I’m sure you could use ice water in place of milk. My mother had this recipe from the 60s- 70s and this was her go-to for an easy crust as most items were always on hand. Thank you so much for watching, your comment, and sharing your memories as well! Have a blessed week!!!

[@simarie5751]

Your great Steph warm and friendly food network should give a southern belle like you a show!

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Thank you for your sweet comment; I appreciate your encouragement!!! Have a blessed weekend! 🤗☺️🤗

[@traveltimes4109]

Very clever technique in making dough in pie 🥧 pan! Never seen it done that way, but a great way! Thank you so much 😊

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Glad you liked it! It’s just so easy to mix and prepare in the pie plate/pan. There is no need for extra bowls and you can make several in advance and freeze. This crust recipe is an all around winner! Thanks for watching and your comment! Have a blessed day! 🍽️

[@traveltimes4109]

@@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249 Yes, I will try it sometime! It looks like a great pie crust! I like the idea of less dishes too 😊👍🏻

[@coleenlong8212]

I wish we could watch more close up. Your crimping is beautiful ‼️🥧

[@mrais72]

WOW... Stephanie, I m impressed, a perfect pie crust

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Yes! Also, it’s easy to make with items usually found in your pantry. Thanks for watching and your comment. Have a blessed day!!!

[@Thivya-iu2du]

made this and it was really good!! i could cut it easily and it wasnt hard at all.. tasted delicious too, thanks

[@markfannin3975]

I'm new to scratch pie making and just came across your video. Thank you very much for the recipe and step-by-step lesson and advice. all the best to you. :)

[@iwillrocknroll4eva]

Oh how cool this is! I just saved your Egg Custard Recipe to make & watched this on how to make the crust you used with that pie. I'm going to make both. I've never made either so I hope mine turns out as beautiful and delicious as yours Stephanie! I SO appreciate your channel! Thank you so much!!! (From another southern girl in Ga.)

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

I’m so glad you enjoyed the videos. Both are so fun to make and the Egg Custard is Amazing!!! The pie crust comes together so easy and is just delicious! The store-bought is good, but homemade is next level. 😉 Thanks for watching and your encouragement! Have a blessed day!!! 😊

[@israelins1]

looks wonderful. Thank you for your videos! You do a fabulous job! I'm going to try this tonight!

[@merium401]

Thanks 👍 gonna try it

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

This will be your “go to” crust recipe. My mom has made it for years. It’s easy to make in advance, no extra bowl’s required, and freeze well too. Thanks for watching and your comment! Have a blessed day!

[@simarie5751]

Would you be willing to post more vegan friendly recipes? I looked through your page and I would love to try your recipes out

[@coleenlong8212]

You do very well putting the pie crust in the zipper bag; however, I would have to get a larger zipper bag… I am shakey when nervously attempting to do something in tight quarters/ me…not neat. 🤷‍♀️😊

[@Elena-mk6bf]

Good idea Steph about slow stirring the dough to watch its consistency 👍. Also, it would be helpful to measure the flour by the weight.

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Yes, you can always add more, but you can’t take away. Also, weight is best for exact measurements. Thanks for watching and your comment. Have a blessed day and a Happy Thanksgiving 🦃

[@Elena-mk6bf]

@@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249 Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁

[@robertasolomon7052]

You. Are. A. Good. Teacher. And. You. People. Time. To. Write. down. Thing 11:18

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Thank you for your encouragement and support! Have a blessed day!!!

[@maryc6091]

This was really good but I’d like to see you make crust for a double pie crust. Thank you 😀

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

I did a double crust for my peach pie recipe. It’s listed on my channel. I will probably make more double crust recipes as we transition to Spring and Summer. There is always an abundance of fresh fruit in my area during Spring/Summer and I enjoy making pies. 😊 Thanks for watching and your comment! I hope you have a blessed evening!!!

[@maryc6091]

@@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249 Thank you.

[@ksmill09]

Pretty

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Such an easy pie crust and you can make it ahead since it freezes so well.

[@adamka9496]

😊😊😊😊

[@karollgonzales5574]

What if you want a top crust

[@coleenlong8212]

@karollgonzales5574 To make a top crust…you could get a medium size bowl…mix it in that and roll it out…do you think that might work? Just a thought…😊

[@ked4864]

You can roll this out if you used WAXED paper. Not parchment. WAXED paper -- it rolls like a champ.

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Yes, it does! Great point! This way you can save it easily for later. However, when I’m making it to use immediately, I simply make it in the pan. Thanks for watching and sharing your experience. Have a blessed day!!!

[@David-kc9sn]

Thank you for this recipe... Will this work for a deep dish pie pan as well?😊

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Yes, usually I have to trim excess dough when making a regular pie crust. Thanks for your question! Have a blessed day!!!

[@David-kc9sn]

Thank you for replying, I am 64, and I just got married with a wonderful lady whom I want to please all the time. And I want to make her a custard pie 🥧🤤😎🥰

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Congratulations on your marriage! That is very sweet to make something that she would like. Since you wanted to make a custard pie, I have a great Egg Custard recipe on my channel that is just perfect every time. Try it out and I’m sure you and your wife would love it. Enjoy your evening!

[@jeannesohre5118]

Can you double for larger pie?

[@kristiehewitt1115]

I've made this recipe for 45 years just a little different been in my family for at least 120 years and dates back to midevil times

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

That is awesome! Thank you so much for sharing the history of this recipe. I knew it had been around for a long time, but I had no idea it dated back to Medieval 🏰 times. It is definitely a tried and true recipe! Thanks for watching and your comment! Have a blessed day!

[@connielynn195]

I would love to know what kind of oil they used back in medieval times. I would think it they would only have lard or beef tallow or maybe some bear grease available. Course I guess the people in the Mediterranean areas might have been using olive oil by then.

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

I would agree that it would be animal fat (of some sort) or a pure pressed olive oil.

[@victoriayoung3515]

Can you use canola oil?

[@stephsstovebystephaniethom7249]

Yes, it will work fine. Thanks for watching and your question. Have a blessed day!!!

[@adamka9496]

We used pea milk