Shortcrust Pastry Recipe | How to Make Pie Crust

By Recipes by Carina · 30 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Put the flour, salt and sugar (if using) into a large mixing bowl.
2. Cut the butter into small cubes and add them to the bowl.
3. With clean dry hands, rub the butter into the flour until it looks like sand.
4. Add a few tablespoons of ice water and mix with a knife.
5. Form a ball and knead on a floured surface for 30 seconds until smooth.
6. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to rest.
7. Take the pastry out and leave it for 5-10 minutes to warm slightly before rolling.
8. Chill the pastry again for 20-30 minutes, then bake at 200 C / 400 F.

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