Pretty Pie Crusts

You are making a double crust pie and you are wondering how all the pies in restaurants get their pretty crusts.

This is actually so simple to do! After you have completely prepared your pie for baking, grab an egg and break it into a small bowl. Using a fork mix the egg thoroughly and add a tablespoon of water.

Once the mixture has been thoroughly blended use a pastry brush and coat the outer crust with the egg mixture.

Cover the crust with a piece of aluminum foil and bake according to recipe. About 10 minutes before the pie is due to be done, remove the foil. This way the crust will not be overly brown.