ham and cheese quiche

Directions

1. 1

   Ham and Cheese Quiche Makes 8 servings

2. 2

   Pastry 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon chilled solid vegetable shortening 2 tablespoons cold water Filli

3. 3

   Using a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut shortening into flour mixture until coarse crumbs form

4. 4

   Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with a fork, until a dough forms

5. 5

   Shape dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes

6. 6

   On a floured surface, using a floured rolling pin, roll dough into a 10-inch circle

7. 7

   Fit into a 9-inch quiche or pie pan

8. 8

   Trim edges