Pastry Dough

Directions

1. 1
   Stir together first 3 ingredients in a medium bowl.
2. 2
   Cut shortening into flour mixture with a pastry blender until mixture is crumbly.
3. 3
   Add milk, stirring with a fork until dry ingredients are moistened and mixture forms a soft ball.
4. 4
   Turn dough out onto a floured surface, and knead 6 to 8 times.