Pecan Pie Pastry

Directions

1. 1
   In a small mixing bowl stir together flour, chopped pecans and salt.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening or lard till the pieces are the size of small peas.
3. 3
   Sprinkle cold water over part of the mixture; gently toss with a fork.
4. 4
   Push to side of bowl.
5. 5
   Repeat till all is moistened.
6. 6
   Form dough into a ball.
7. 7
   On a lightly floured surface roll the ball into a 10-inch circle.
8. 8
   Line a 7-inch pie plate or quiche dish with the pastry.
9. 9
   Flute edge.
10. 10
    Cover surface of pastry with clear plastic wrap.
11. 11
    Spread dried beans atop the plastic wrap to a depth of 1 inch.
12. 12
    Micro-cook, uncovered, on 70% power for 6 minutes, rotating the dish a half-turn every 2 minutes.
13. 13
    Carefully lift plastic wrap and beans from pastry.
14. 14
    Micro-cook, uncovered, on 70% power about 2 minutes or till pastry is dry.