Short Crust Pastry

Preparation info
    • Difficulty

      Easy

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By Isabella Beeton

Published 1861

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Ingredients

For Pies, Tarts, etc

  • ½ lb. plain flour
  • pinch of salt
  • 2 oz.

Method

Sift together the flour and salt. Rub the butter and lard lightly into the flour, using the fingertips. Mix to a stiff paste with cold water. Use as required.