Flaky Pastry
Updated May 19, 2025
- Total Time
- 45 minutes
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Ingredients
- 1cup unbleached flour
- ½teaspoon salt
- ⅓cup vegetable shortening
- 1tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 to 3tablespoons cold water
Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)
290 calories; 20 grams fat; 6 grams saturated fat; 2 grams trans fat; 8 grams monounsaturated fat; 5 grams polyunsaturated fat; 24 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 3 grams protein; 142 milligrams sodium
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
Sift flour and salt together. Cut shortening and butter into ½-inch cubes, and toss with the flour until cubes are coated.
- Step 2
With the hands, crumble butter and shortening into the flour. Continue until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
- Step 3
Add water a little at a time, and mix until dough comes together into a ball. Knead on a lightly floured board to mix thoroughly.
- Step 4
Chill for 30 minutes before rolling out.
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