Shortcrust Pastry

Sweet Pastry:
1/2 cup cold butter
2 tbsp sugar
1 egg
1 tbsp cold water
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour

1. Combine butter and sugar in the bowl of a food processor and process for 2 mins until smooth, stopping occasionally and wiping down the sides with a rubber spatula if necessary.
2. Stop the processor, add the egg, water and salt and process for another 2 mins, until smooth and uniform in texture.
3. Stop the processor and add the flour. process for 1 min until a neat ball is formed. Remove the dough and wrap in plastic wrap. it is rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before using.


Note: this dough can be frozen for up to 2 months. Defrost at room temperature before using.



For a Savoury Pastry, follow the same recipe leaving out the sugar and adding 1 tsp salt instead of 1/2 tsp..