Easiest Pie Crust Ever Made (from the 1940's from scratch)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2. In small mixing bowl combine flour and salt; then add shortening.
3. Beat with electric mixer on low speed until pieces are the size of small peas, about 15-20 seconds.
4. Add water all at once and beat on low speed just until moistened, about 10-15 seconds until dough forms into a ball.
5. Divide in half and roll dough into a 12 inch circle and ease into 9 inch pie plate.
6. Fold pastry under and flute the edges.
7. Bake 10 – 12 minutes, then fill.