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Pie Crust

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for 8" or 9" two crust pies

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Ingredients

  • 2/3 c plus 2 T shortening
  • 2 c flour
  • 1 t salt
  • 4-5 T ice water

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Preparation

Step 1

1.Cut shortening into flour and salt with pastry cutter or two knives until particles are size of small peas. Sprinkle in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork til flour is moistened and pastry almost cleans side of bowl (1-2t additional water can be added if needed).

2. Divide dough in half. Shape each half into a flattened round on a lightly floured surface. Wrap in plastic, place in fridge 20 minutes. Roll out to size tat fits pie pan being used.

3. To pick up dough, gently roll dough loosely around rolling pin and unroll into pie pan or fold into quarters, place in pan or on top of filling and unfold.

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