Carrot Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Filling and Assembly: Heat oven to 450F (230C).
2. 2
   Mix all ingredients together at medium speed of electric mixer, blending thoroughly.
3. 3
   Pour into pie shell and bake at 450F (230C) for 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Reduce heat to 325F (160C) and continue cooking for 45 minutes, or until pie is set.
5. 5
   Let cool about 10 minutes before serving.
6. 6
   PIECRUST: Mix flour and salt together in a bowl.
7. 7
   Cut vegetable shortening into flour until mixture resembles course meal.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing quickly with a fork after each spoonful.
9. 9
   Add only enough water so dough holds together and can be formed into a ball.
10. 10
    Divide dough into 2 equal portions and form each into a smooth ball, handling as little as possible.
11. 11
    Roll one portion out onto lightly floured surface.
12. 12
    Place rolled dough in a 9-inch pie plate; trim and flute edges.