Standard One-Crust Pastry

Cut shortening into flour and salt until particles are size of small peas.

Sprinkle in cold water, one tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost cleans side of bowl.

(One to 2 teaspoons cold water can be added if necessary.)

Gather pastry into a ball and roll out on floured board.

Roll pastry 2 inches larger than pie plate.

Prick bottom and sides thoroughly with fork.

Bake at 475° until light brown, 8 to 10 minutes, and cool.