Single Pie Crust

1 ¼ C. flour

¼ tsp. salt

⅓ shortening

4-5 Tbsp cold water

In a medium bowl stir together flour and salt.  Using a pastry blender, cut in shortening until pieces are pea size. 

           

Sprinkle 1 Tbsp. of water over part of the flour mixture; gently toss with fork.  Push moistened dough to the side of the bowl.  Repeat, using 1 Tbsp water at a time, until all the flour mixture is moistened.  Form in to a ball.

           

On a lightly floured surface, use your hands to lightly dough ball Roll dough from center to edges into a circle 12 inches in diameter. 

           

Gently fold into fourths and place in pie plate.  Ease pastry into pie plate without stretching it.  Trim pastry even with rim of plate. 

           

For a baked pastry shell: Poke a few holes with a fork to prevent bubbles.  Bake at 450º for 5-6 min. or until golden.

From Better Homes and Gardens