John'S Easy Pie Crust

6 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 c. lard or shortening
  • 1/2 c. boiling water
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • 3 c. all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 tsp. baking powder

Directions

  1. 1
    Cut lard or shortening into small chunks.
  2. 2
    Pour boiling water over this and stir into a creamy mass.
  3. 3
    Add salt and sugar. Stir sifted flour and baking powder into mixture.
  4. 4
    Use a cutting motion until it is well blended.
  5. 5
    Gently shape into large ball; wrap in wax paper and set in refrigerator for 1 hour.

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