Butter Tarts . . . with Raisins

A quintessential Canadian treat, this butter tart recipe comes from an old family friend. For many years, the innocent butter tart has sparked an ongoing nation-wide culinary debate: raisins or no raisins? Within families, clans of “for or against” have formed—even friends and colleagues offer up opinions. As for me, I say keep the raisins, add some bourbon, and just enjoy these sweet, gooey treats. The key to a perfect butter tart? Do not overbake them.