Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine flour, pecans and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly.
  2. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until a ball forms.
  3. Divide dough in half.
  4. Roll out each portion to fit a 9 inch pie plate; place pastry in pie plates.
  5. Flute edges and set aside.
  6. Combine pie mix, milk and egg; pour into pastry shells.
  7. For topping, combine sugar, flour, pecans and cinnamon in a small bowl; cut in butter until crumbly.
  8. Sprinkle over filling.
  9. Cover edges loosely with foil.
  10. Bake at 375 for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours.
  12. Refrigerate until serving.