2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
5 to 6 tbsp. cold water

Sift together dry ingredients; add shortening, mixing with fork finger tips until crumbly in appearance. Add water, a spoonful at a time, mixing until dry mixture is moistened just enough to hold together. Work lightly with hands until smooth. Makes 2 pie shells.