3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp. salt (optional)
1 cup shortening
1 egg, beaten
4 tbsp. cold water
1 tsp. vinegar

Combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal. Combine egg, water and vinegar. Sprinkle over flour mixture, stirring lightly to form a ball. Wrap in waxed paper and chill at least 1 hour or until ready to use.

Makes 1 1/2 dozen pies. Use dried apples or 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes.