PIE CRUST (FOR 9 INCH CRUST PIE)
1/3 c. plus 1 tbsp. shortening
1 c. all purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 to 3 tbsp. cold water

Cut shortening into flour and salt until particles are size of small peas. Sprinkle with water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry cleans sides of bowl. Gather pastry into a ball; shape into flattened round on a slightly floured cloth covered board.

Roll pastry 2 inch larger than inverted pie plate or quiche plate. Fold pastry into quarters. Unfold and ease into plate, pressing firmly against bottom and sides.

FILLING:

12 slices bacon, crisply fried and crumbled
1 c. (4 oz.) shredded natural Swiss cheese
1/3 c. chopped onion
4 eggs
2 c. half and half
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper