Flour, eggs, butter, a pinch of salt and a bit of elbow grease - these are all the ingredients you needs to master shortcrust pastry. — dpa
Once you know how to make shortcrust pastry dough, an entire world of baked goods opens up: Pies, tarts and quiches come immediately to mind. With practice, and a few pointers, anyone can make this base.
All shortcrust pastry dough starts with two ingredients, flour and a fat – either butter or margarine. Variations are made by adding other ingredients, depending on what the dough will be used for.
