Plain Pastry

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, measure and sift again with salt.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening with pastry blender until mixture is coarse.
3. 3
   Work water in lightly with blender until dough hangs together in a ball.
4. 4
   Turn 1/2 of the pastry onto lightly floured board.
5. 5
   Roll in sheet 1/8-inch thick.
6. 6
   Fit into pie pan.
7. 7
   Keep remainder of dough for top crust or second crust.
8. 8
   Bake at 375° for 12 to 15 minutes.