Pies from Rina's Kitchen |
Boiling Water Pie Crust Makes a double crust 1/4 cup boiling water 1/2 cup shortening 1 1/2 cups bread flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1. Put shortening in a mixing bowl, pour boiling water over, and stir until smooth. 2. Measure flour, sift with salt and baking powder. Add to the shortening and water mixture, mixing only until blended. Chill before using.