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Shortcrust pastry
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a type of pastry made from flour, butter or other fat, and water, typically used as a crust for pies, tarts, and quiches
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Inanimate
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Compound
Uncountable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
shortcrust pastries
What is "shortcrust pastry"?
Shortcrust pastry is a type of pastry commonly used to make pies, tarts, quiches, and other baked goods. It is made from a mixture of flour, butter, and water, and sometimes sugar or salt. The pastry is called "short" because it has a high ratio of fat to flour, which gives it a crumbly, tender texture. Shortcrust pastry can be used in both sweet and savory dishes and is a staple of many classic recipes, such as apple pie and quiche Lorraine.
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