Pie Crust

Directions

1. 1
   Mix flour and salt.
2. 2
   Add shortening or lard in small pieces and use fork or pastry blender to make uniform crumbs.
3. 3
   Add water, a tablespoon at a time, and mix until mixture forms a rough mass. Wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before rolling out.
4. 4
   I use lard for fruit pies and shortening for cream pies.
5. 5
   Makes one double-crust pie.
6. 6
   Serves 8.