V's Homemade Pie Crust

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This quick pastry is a no-fail recipe made easily with ingredients usually found in most kitchens. Be sure to use cold water and keep dough well-wrapped until ready to use.

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Steps

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Combine flour and salt in medium bowl.

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Cut in vegetable shortening with pastry blender or two knives until mixture is crumbly.

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Sprinkle with water.

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Blend until mixture holds together.

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Add 1 additional tablespoon water as needed.

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Shape dough into ball.

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Place on lightly floured surface.

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Roll out dough to 1 / 8 inch thickness.

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Line pie plate with pastry.

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Trim around perimeter for a 1-inch overhang to fold under and crimp as desired.

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Ingredients

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all-purpose flour, salt, vegetable shortening, cold water