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Eric Lanlard's Shortcrust Pastry

This Shortcrust Pastry recipe is from Eric Lanlard's new book "Tart It Up" and is perfect for his and other recipes.

Preparation Time 10 minutes
Portions Makes 450g or enough to l
Skill Level Easy
Average Rating 5 stars
 

Eric Lanlard's Shortcrust Pastry Ingredients

250 grams Plain White Flour (Allinson Nature Friendly) Plain White Flour (Allinson Nature Friendly)
1 tsp Salt fine
150 grams Unsalted Butter chopped into pieces
1 Free Range Eggs beaten Free Range Eggs
1 tbsp Milk
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How to make Eric Lanlard's Shortcrust Pastry

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  1. Sift the flour nd salt into a large mixing bowl. Using your fingertips, rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
  2. Make a well in the centre and add the rest of the ingredients. Again using your fingertips, mix together to make a smooth dough.
  3. Turn the pastry out on to a lightly floured surface and lightly knead two or three times. Cover with clingfilm and chill for at least 30 minutes before using. See tips on how to line a tin and blind baking. method tip
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  5. Any leftover dough can be frozen for up to 6 weeks.
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Read all reviews (1) | Average rating: 5 stars

"Perfect shortcrust pastry every time"

01-09-2012 | Author: nik.french | 5 stars

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