Pie Dough

Procedure

1. Sift the flour into a mixing bowl. Add the shortening.

2. Rub or cut the shortening into the flour to the proper degree:

   For flaky dough, until fat particles are the size of peas or hazelnuts.

   For mealy dough, until mixture resembles cornmeal.

3. Dissolve salt and sugar (if used) in water.
4. Add the water