Cheese Pastry for Quiche

Instructions

1. 1

   Sift flour and salt together in bowl.

2. 2

   Mix cheese into flour mixture.

3. 3

   Cut lard or shortening in with pastry blender or two knives until soft crumbles form.

4. 4

   Sprinkle water over mixture, one teaspoon at a time.

5. 5

   Mix lightly with fork. Add only enough water to keep dough together. Do not over handle.

6. 6

   Divide dough in half.

7. 7

   Flatten dough on lightly floured surface and roll out and line 8–9" pieplate.

8. 8

   Prick bottom and sides of pastry with fork.

9. 9

   Bake at 450F for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.

10. 10

    Cool on wire rack.