John'S Easy Pie Crust - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. lard or shortening
1/2 c. boiling water
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
3 c. all-purpose flour, sifted
1 tsp. baking powder

Preparation

Cut lard or shortening into small chunks.
Pour boiling water over this and stir into a creamy mass.
Add salt and sugar. Stir sifted flour and baking powder into mixture.
Use a cutting motion until it is well blended.
Gently shape into large ball; wrap in wax paper and set in refrigerator for 1 hour.