Boiling-Water Pastry - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Put shortening in bowl and gradually add water, creaming with fork until well mixed. Add flour and salt.
For one 2-crust 8-inch or 9-inch pie or two shells.