Basic Pie Shell - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt
2/3 c. vegetable shortening
1/4 c. ice water

Preparation

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt, then cut in the shortening with a pastry cutter or 2 knives until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Stirring with a spoon, gradually add the water until a ball of dough is formed. Wrap the dough in a plastic wrap and chill until ready to use.