BASIC FLAKY PIE CRUST 
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. salt
3/4 c. Crisco shortening
5 tbsp. cold water
1/2 tsp. baking powder (optional)

Combine flour and salt, cut in Crisco until all is blended into pea size chunks. Sprinkle with water, toss lightly with fork until dough will form a ball. Roll and put into pan. Makes 1 double crust for 9-inch pie.

 

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