Pie Pastry - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 lb. cold butter
1/4 c. vegetable shortening
1/3 c. cold water

Preparation

Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl.
Cut in the butter and shortening until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
Add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing until the dough forms a ball.
Add more than 1/3 cup water, if needed.