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SIMPLE PIE CRUST
 

1 1/3 level all-purpose flour
1/2 level tsp. salt
1/2 level c. shortening (solid)
3 tbsp. cold water (some brands of flour may need more water)

Mix flour and salt in medium bowl. Cut in Crisco using pastry blender until all flour is blended into form pea size chunks. Sprinkle with water, 1 tablespoon at a time. Toss lightly with fork until dough will form a ball. Press between hands to form 5 to 6 inch "pancake". Flour rolling surface and rolling pin lightly. Roll dough into circle. Turn one inch larger than upside down pie pan. Loosen dough carefully. Fold into quarters. Unfold and press into pie pan. Fold edge under and flute.

FOR BAKED PIE SHELL - heat oven to 425 degrees. Thoroughly prick bottom and sides with fork (40 times) to prevent shrinking. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. For recipe calling for UNBAKED PIE SHELLS follow baking directions given in recipe.

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