NEVER FAIL PIE CRUST 
5 c. flour
1 1/2 tbsp. sugar
2 1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. shortening (not lard)
1 1/2 tbsp. vinegar
1 large egg
1 c. water

Mix flour, shortening, salt and sugar until mealy. Add vinegar to egg and beat together with water. Mix and chill for 1 hour. Keep in refrigerator.

Makes enough crust for 4 to 5 pies. For smaller amount cut recipe in half. This crust is great for frozen pies.

 

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