Easy Flaky Pie Crust

Directions

1. 1
   Put flour in a food processor or medium size bowl.
2. 2
   Add shortening and pulse 5-6 times in food processor, if using, or cut in with a pastry blender or by hand until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 3
   Remove from food processor, if using, and place in bowl.
4. 4
   Drizzle 3 tablespoons ice water over flour.
5. 5
   Mix in until moistened, adding more water if necessary to make the dough come together.
6. 6
   Pat dough into a ball.
7. 7
   Place on lightly floured wax paper and lightly flour top of dough ball as well.
8. 8
   Place another sheet of wax paper over top and roll out dough to desired size.
9. 9
   Place crust in pie plate, fill and bake.