Preheat the oven to 475

Mix shortening into flour and salt until particles are about the same size as small peas.

Sprinkle in water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, tossing with a fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost cleans the side of the bowl.

Gather pastry into a ball.

Flatten and shape into round on a lightly floured board.

Trim overhang edge of pastry 1 inch from rim of plate, fold over even with plate and flute.

Prick the bottom and side with a fork.

Bake for 8-10 minutes or until light brown.

Cool.