Pizza Crust

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°.
2. 2
   Grease pizza pan.
3. 3
   In medium size bowl, stir together 1 cup flour, yeast and salt.
4. 4
   Add very warm water and shortening.
5. 5
   Mix until almost smooth by hand.
6. 6
   Gradually stir in the remaining 1 1/2 cups flour to make firm dough.
7. 7
   Cover.
8. 8
   Let sit for 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Roll out dough and press into pan.
10. 10
    Generously prick dough with a fork.
11. 11
    Prebake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges turn light brown.