1 3/4 cup Crisco Shortening
4 c. flour
1 Tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. water
1 Tbsp. white vinegar
1 beaten egg
Cut Crisco into mixture of flour, sugar, and salt. When well mixed, add water with white vinegar and egg. Mix well. Divide dough into portions. Chill. Makes 3 double crust (9 inch) pies. Leftovers can be frozen in plastic bag. No matter when you reroll this dough, it will still give a flaky crust!
For a 9" pie, roll about 12" in diameter and 1/4 inch thick. For a Baked Pastry shell: Prick bottom and sides, bake in 425 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes or till golden. Cool on a wire rack.
I have used this recipe for years and it is truely a great one. Awhile ago a came across a twist. Try it sometime and let me know what you think. Add 1/2 tsp baking powder to the recipe. I love your recipes and check it often! Cute new look, or should I say cute "Old Fashioned" look!