PLAIN PASTRY FOR TWO 8" PIE CRUST

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Plain Pastry for two 8

I worked as a sue chef when I was 15 yrs. at The Top Notch Cafe in vista, California. The owner had THE best pie crust ever! I do believe she is gone now, so am sure it is alright to share the recipe!

Provided by Lyn Starr

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 c all purpose flour, sifted
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c shortening (crisco)
4-5 Tbsp ice cold water

Steps:

  • 1. Pre-heat oven to 450 for 10 minutes
  • 2. Combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening until size of large peas. Add ice cold water gradually. Mix 'til dough holds together.
  • 3. Roll out on lightly floured board to 1/8" thick.
  • 4. For pie shell remember to prick crust (a lot!)
  • 5. REMEMBER: to make design on top crust.

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