Cherry Torte

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the flour and salt, cut in the shortening until mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
2. 2
   Add enough water to shape dough into a ball.
3. 3
   Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 12 inch pizza pan.
4. 4
   Flute edges, prick bottom and edges with a fork.
5. 5
   Bake at 425 degrees for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned, remove from oven and reduce heat to 350 degrees.
6. 6
   Beat the next 4 ingredients until smooth, pour over crust.
7. 7
   Bake 10-12 minutes until center is set.
8. 8
   Cool completely on a wire rack.
9. 9
   Mix pie filling and almond extract, spoon over cream cheese layer.
10. 10
    Spread with cool whip and chill until ready to serve.
11. 11
    Top with pecans.