Pie Crust

By Nemo

Ingredients

• 2 cup flour
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 2/3 cup Shortening
• 6 Tbs cold water
• 5 Tbs cold water; (as needed)

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F .

To prepare the piecrust, combine the flour and salt in a large mixing bowl. Cut in the shortening with your fingers or a pastry cutter, until the pieces are the size of small peas. Sprinkle 6 tablespoons water over the flour, and gently toss with a fork. Push the flour to the sides of the bowl, add the remaining cold water, and mix until all is moistened and combined. Divide the dough in half, and form each half into balls. Wrap each ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate.