Basic Pie Crust

2 c. all-purpose OR pastry flour
½ t. salt
1 c. shortening
Ice water to make soft dough

Combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening to the size of peas. Gradually add ice water to form a soft dough. Divide into 2 disks, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 10 min. Shape as desired. Bake single crust pie at 400 F for about 13-15 min. Bake double crust pie according to filling instructions. Yield: 2 single-crust pie shells or 1 double-crust pie.