Buttery Tart Pastry Dough

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   In a food processor fitted with metal blade, pulse flour, sugar and salt until combined, about 5 times.

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   Remove lid and distribute butter evenly over top.

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   Cover and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about 20 times.

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   In a container with a pouring spout, mix together egg yolks and cold water.

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   With motor running, slowly pour mixture through the feed tube in a steady stream until dough begins to gather.

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   Do not overprocess or let a ball form.

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   The dough will be somewhat crumbly at this point.

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   Transfer dough to a board and press lightly with palm of your hand to warm up.

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   It is now ready to press out into tart pans, if desired.

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    Press half of the dough evenly into sides and bottoms of each pan.

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    Trim excess dough from top.

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    Fill and bake according to recipe directions.

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    Variation

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    Savory Buttery Tart Pastry: You can make a savory tart shell by omitting the sugar and adding 4 cup (50 mL) additional all-purpose flour.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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