Short Pastry

Directions

1. 1
   Place flour in bowl of electric mixer with paddle attachment.
2. 2
   Add butter, and mix on low speed until butter is size of peas.
3. 3
   Dissolve sugar and salt in scant 1/2 cup cold water.
4. 4
   Sprinkle over flour mixture, and mix briefly at low speed until dough just comes together.
5. 5
   Divide dough in two slightly unequal halves, and roll out for pie.
6. 6
   Or form dough in flattened disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate until ready to use or overnight.