Pastry Dough

1. 1

   Measure unsifted flour into a bowl, and stir in the salt.

2. 2

   With two knives, cut in the cold shortening until the mixture is granulated, not creamy.

3. 3

   Combine the egg yolk, vinegar, and water.

4. 4

   Make a well in the flour mixture, and pour the yolk-mixture into the well.

5. 5

   Mix thoroughly using one knife.

6. 6

   Beat the egg white until stiff, but not dry, and fold it into the dough, mixing well.

7. 7

   Shape the dough into a ball and sprinkle it with flour.

8. 8

   Turn the dough onto wax paper, dusting with flour if necessary.

9. 9

   Shape the dough into an oblong 4 inches across.

10. 10

    Wrapp tightly, and refrigerate or freeze.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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