Double Crust Pie Pastry

Directions

1. 1
   In medium bowl, stir flour and salt.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening until pieces are the size of small peas.
3. 3
   Sprinkle 1 tablespoon water over part of mixture; gently toss.
4. 4
   Repeat until all is moistened. Form into 2 balls.
5. 5
   On lightly floured surface, flatten 1 ball of dough with hands.
6. 6
   Roll with floured pin from center to edges. Ease pastry into pie plate (so not to tear).
7. 7
   Trim pastry even with pie plate rim.
8. 8
   Repeat with remaining ball for top crust or use for single crust pie as well.
9. 9
   Use fingers to pinch and shape pie edges.
10. 10
    (Can use about 1 tablespoon of sugar in recipe as well.
11. 11
    It gives a much better, sweeter flavor.)