Pie Crust - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
3 to 4 Tbsp. ice water

Preparation

Mix flour and salt together.
Cut in shortening to size of peas.
Sprinkle in water 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until all flour is moistened (3 to 4 tablespoons more water may be added if needed).
Firmly press dough into a ball.
Divide in half.
Roll each half out to fit your pie pan, about 1/8-inch thick.
Makes 1 (2-crust) pie or two single crusts.