Classic Single Crust Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
CuisineSpeciality

Ingredients

 All purpose flour1 1/3 Cup (16 tbs)
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon
 Vegetable shortening stick1/2
 Cold water3 Tablespoon

Directions

Spoon flour into measuring cups and level.
Combine flour and salt in medium bowl.
Cut in shortening using pastry blender (or 2 knives) until all flour is blended to form pea-size chunks.
Sprinkle with water, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Toss lightly with fork until dough forms a ball.
Press dough between hands to form a 5-to 6-inch "pancake." Flour rolling surface and rolling pin lightly.
Roll dough into circle.
Trim 1 inch larger than upside-down pie plate.
Loosen dough carefully.
Fold dough into quarters.
Unfold and press into pie plate.
Fold edge under.
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