Flakey Pie Crust

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour with salt; cut in shortening until mixture resembles fine meal.
2. 2
   Sprinkle with water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing lightly with fork until all of the flour is moistened. Form dough into ball; divide in half.
3. 3
   Roll each to 1/8-inch thickness on lightly floured board; fit pastry loosely into pie plates. Prick bottom and sides with fork.
4. 4
   Trim and flute edges. Bake in preheated hot oven at 400° for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.
5. 5
   Makes 2 (8 or 9-inch) crusts.