Yields: 1 double crust pie or 2 single pie shells | Preparation time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- ½ tsp. salt
- 4 tbsp. or 2 oz. cold shortening
- 4 tbsp. or 2 oz. cold margarine
- ⅓ cup ice cold water (approx.)
- ½ tsp. lime juice
Directions
1. Combine flour and salt; cut in fat with a pastry blender or 2 knives until fat is the size of peas.
2. Add cold water and lime juice gradually and toss with a fork to mix; add just enough water to bind the mixture.
3. Form into 2 balls and chill; roll out as desired.