FLAKY PIE CRUST 
3 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vinegar
1 1/3 c. vegetable shortening or 1 c. lard
1 egg
5 tbsp. cold water

Cut fat into flour and salt. Beat egg, vinegar and cold water. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of water mixture over part of flour mixture. Gently toss with fork; push to one side of bowl. Sprinkle next tablespoon of water over dry part; mix lightly; push to moistened part of side. Repeat until all is moistened. Gather up with fingers; form into ball. Divide dough evenly into three parts. Form each into ball. Flatten ball slightly and roll 1/8" thick on lightly floured surface. If edges split push together. Always roll from center out to edge. Use light strokes. For pre-baked pie crust bake in preheated oven at 450 degrees for ten minutes or until lightly browned.

 

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