Single-Crust Pie Shell

By maclark719

Ingredients

• 1 cup sifted all purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup shortening
• 3 to 4 tablespoons cold water

Preparation

Step 1

Shift four and salt intermixing bowl. Cut in shortening, using a pastry blender or knife, until mixture is the size of small peas. Sprinkle water, a littlest a time over the mixture, while tossing and stirring lightly with fork. Add water to driest particles, pushing lumps to side, until dough is just list enough to hold together. Form into ball. Flatten to 1/2 inch thickness, smooth edges. Roll out on floured surface to a circle 1 1/2 inches larger than inverted 8 or 9 inch pie pan. Fit loosely into pan: gently pat out air pockets. Fold edge to form a standing rim: flute edges. Prick generously with for. Bake at 450 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.