Perfect Pie Crust - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
4 to 5 Tbsp. water

Preparation

In medium bowl, stir together flour and salt.
With pastry blender, cut in shortening to size of small peas.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon water over some of the flour-fat mixture.
Toss this portion lightly with a fork until moistened; push to side of bowl. Repeat until all of the dry mixture is moistened and clings together when pinched with fingers.
Form in ball.
Place on lightly floured surface; flatten.
Roll from center until 1/8-inch thick.
Fit loosely into pie plate.
Trim 1/2 inch beyond edge; fold under and flute.
Makes single 8 or 9-inch crust.