1/4 c. boiling water
1/2 c. shortening (lard makes best crust)
1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking powder

Dissolve shortening in boiling water, add flour, salt and baking powder to first mixture. Let stand until cool and roll out on floured board or between 2 sheets of Saran Wrap. Bake at 400 degrees approximately 10 minutes. Prick crust before baking. Makes 2 crusts.