Pastry Shells

Directions

1. 1
   Mix and sift flour.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening with a knife. Add only enough water to hold the ingredients together.
3. 3
   DO NOT KNEAD.
4. 4
   Divide the dough into 2 parts and roll out onto a slightly floured wooden board.
5. 5
   Line the pie pan with only 1 of the dough parts.
6. 6
   Pinch the edges or use a fork to make the edged design.
7. 7
   Poke the bottom of the shell with the fork.
8. 8
   Bake in oven at 460* for 10 - 15 minutes.
9. 9
   **Cook the 2nd shell according to directions unless you are using the 2nd shell as a covering for a pie, then place it on top of the pie raw and cook according to the pie's directions.** This recipe yields 2 pastry shells.