Cheddar Cheese Crust

This is a great crust for a chilli pie to an apple pie-the sky's the limit!

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Yields: 2 crusts

Ingredients

• 2  cups flour
• 1⁄2 cup  shredded cheddar cheese
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup solid shortening
• 4 -5  teaspoons  ice water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne, if using for a chilli pie,but not apple (optional)

Directions

1. In a large bowl mix together the flour, cheddar and salt.
2. Cut in shortening until pea size.
3. Stir in ice water 1 T.
4. at a time until the dough just holds together.
5. Roll out on a floured board to desired thickness.