How To Make Buttercrust Pastry Dough
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water
Instructions
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
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Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
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Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a disc. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
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When ready to use, lightly flour a clean surface and rolling pin. Roll out the pastry dough to your desired thickness.
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Use the dough to line your pie or tart pans, and proceed with your chosen recipe.
Nutrition
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