Mom's basic pie dough recipe

By ezunich

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 2/3 cup shortening
• 5-7 tbs cold water

Preparation

Step 1

Mix flour, salt and shortening together in a cuisinart. Add water one tablespoon at a time. Continue processing until you have a smooth dough. Form into 2 balls - roll out on a lightly floured surface.