Shortcrust Pastry (PVC)
by Tarla Dalal

22 Feb 2000

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Shortcrust Pastry (PVC) recipe - How to make Shortcrust Pastry (PVC)

Method

Sieve the flour and salt together.
Cut the margarine with a knife. Rub into the flour with finger - tips.
Gradually and enough ice - cold water ( approx. 2 to 3 tablespoon ) to make the dough into a rolling consistency.
Lightly flour the rolling pin and the pastry board.
Roll the pasrty to required thickness and shape, lifting and turning to keep it light.
As a general rule, pastry should be baked in a hot oven at 450 F., but exact baking times and temperatures are given in individual recipes.

Tips

VARIATIONS : RICH SHORTCRUST PASTRY
Use the recipe for shortcrust pastry using (140 grams) in place of 115 grams margarine or butter.
SWEET SHORTCRUST PASTRY
Use the recipe for shortcrust pastry, adding 1 to 2 teaspoons of powdered sugar to the flour.

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