Basic Pastry Crust

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2. 2
   Sift together flour and salt, and cut in half the shortening or butter until mixture is crumbly.
3. 3
   Cut in remaining shortening.
4. 4
   Do not overmix.
5. 5
   Add 1 tablespoon water and gently toss.
6. 6
   Repeat this until the mixture forms a ball.
7. 7
   Flatten on a flour surface, and roll out to 1/8 inch thickness.
8. 8
   Fit into a pie plate, and prick all over.
9. 9
   Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
10. 10
    Use in any recipe calling for a par baked crust.