Custard Tarts

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   ( Everything should be prepared before cooking) 1.Combine flour and 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) of salt in mixing bowl. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles bread crumbs. Mix in enough water to form a dough ball. Cut in half.

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   Roll out each half on lightly floured surface until 1/8 inch (0.5cm)

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   Thick. Cut 12 circles from each half 3 inches (8cm) in diameter.

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   Fit pastry circles into greased muffin cups, pressing sides so they reach rims.

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   Beat eggs. Stir in sugar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon (2ml) salt. Gradually blend in milk. Spoon about 2 tablespoons (30ml) egg mixture into each pastry.

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   Bake in preheated 350F (180C) oven until knife inserted in center of custards comes out clean. 25 to 30 minutes. Remove tarts from pan. Cool on wire racks.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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