1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup Crisco vegetable shortening
3 tablespoons boiling water

This is a great pie crust for beginners.

Preheat oven to 450°F.

Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in shortening with two knives or a pastry blender. Add boiling water. Allow to cool before rolling out.

Roll out to 1/8-inch thickness on a silicone mat or wax paper. Line a 9-inch pie pan with the pastry.

To bake, use a fork to prick pastry very thoroughly on sides and bottom.

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until lightly browned. Cool before filling with your favorite filling.