Best Savory Shortcrust Recipes

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SAVORY SHORTCRUST



Savory Shortcrust image

High Tea.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup plain (all-purpose) flour
Pinch cayenne pepper
Salt
Black pepper, freshly ground
2 ounces butter, (4 tablespoons)
1/2-ounce Parmesan, grated
1 egg yolk
Dijon mustard
Gentleman's Relish (anchovy paste is an acceptable substitute)
1 to 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
Fresh chives, finely chopped

Steps:

  • For the pastry, sift the flour, cayenne pepper and salt and pepper into a bowl. Rub in the butter, then add the grated cheese. Mix to a soft dough with the yolk, adding a few drops of water if necessary. Chill for 30 minutes.
  • Roll out the dough thinly into a square roughly 10 by 10 inches. Spread lightly with mustard, then cover the mustard with a thin film of Gentleman's Relish. Sprinkle over the Parmesan cheese and chives. Roll up as a Swiss roll, wrap in saran wrap and chill 45 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cut the roll across in thin slices and place on a greased and lined baking sheet. Bake for 7 to 10 minutes.

BRITISH SHORTCRUST PIE PASTRY



British Shortcrust Pie Pastry image

Many British recipes call for shortcrust pastry. This makes a great alternative to pre-made crusts. Because it is so easy to make in batches, I make extra to freeze for later use. This pastry dough can also be kept in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.

Provided by Piques

Categories     Desserts     Pies     100+ Pie Crust Recipes     Pastry Crusts

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup chilled butter
¼ cup shortening
4 tablespoons ice water, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Combine flour, butter, and shortening using a food processor until crumbly. Mix in water 1 tablespoon at at time until dough is soft and pliable.
  • Wrap dough in plastic wrap; let rest in a refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.7 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 49.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 21.1 g, Sodium 165.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

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