Pie Crust Pastry

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together flour and salt.
2. 2
   Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender until the size of small peas.
3. 3
   Sprinkle water 1 tablespoon at a time over part of the mixture.
4. 4
   Gently mix with a fork.
5. 5
   Push to one side of bowl.
6. 6
   Sprinkle next tablespoon of water and repeat until all is moistened.
7. 7
   Gather with fingers and form into a ball (mix will be crumbly).
8. 8
   Let stand several minutes.
9. 9
   Divide dough into 4 balls.
10. 10
    Flatten slightly and roll on lightly floured surface.
11. 11
    Makes 2 double crust pies.