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Break-all-the-Rules Shortcrust Pastry
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Break-all-the-Rules Shortcrust Pastry
- Preparation time: 10 minutes, plus chilling for at least an hor or overnight
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Total time:
1 hour 10 minutes
Makes: 750g pastry
Ingredients
- 225g softened butter
- 55g caster sugar
- 2 large eggs, preferably free-range
- 340g plain white, unbleached flour
Method
- Cream the butter and sugar together using a wooden spoon, or in a food processor. Do not over mix. Add the eggs and beat for 1-2 minutes, then mix in the flour to create a smooth dough.
- Turn out onto a large piece of floured greaseproof paper, flatten into a round, and wrap in the paper. Chill for at least an hour, or overnight, before using.
Comments
This recipe was first published in May 2002.
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