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Ingredients

  • Single Crust: Double Crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup shortening 2/3 cup shortening
  • 4 to 5 Tablespoons cold water 5 to 7 Tablespoons cold water

Preparation

Step 1

Sift flour and salt together; cut in shortening. Sprinkle 1Tablespoon water over part of mixture. Toss. Add water until dough is workable and forms a ball.

Bake at 450 for 10 to 12 minutes for baked shell.