Sweet Pie Crust

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   For the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt and sugar.

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   Add the shortening and work it through with your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

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   Add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and work it in with your hands until you have a smooth ball of dough.

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   Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

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   Remove the dough from the refrigerator and place it on a lightly floured surface.

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   This recipe will make two pie crusts.

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   For the individual crust: Divide the dough into fourths.

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   Roll out the dough on the floured surface into a circle about 5 inches in diameter and 1/8-thick.

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   For the whole pie crust: Roll out the dough on the floured surface into a circle about 14 inches in diameter and 1/8 inch thick.

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    Gently fold the circles of dough in half and then in half again so that you can lift it without tearing it, and unfold into a 9-inch pie pan.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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