Low-Fat Sweet Pastry

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   Sift flour, cardamom and sugar into large bowl.

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   Rub in butter with fingers or cut in with pastry blender until size of small peas.

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   Using fork, stir in oil.

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   Slowly add cold water, 1 teaspoon at a time, tossing with fork until flour is moistened without being wet.

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   Gather dough with moist hands, shape into flattened round and let rest about 15 minutes.

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   Roll 18 inch thick on lightly floured board.

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   (To facilitate rolling, dough may also be rolled between sheets of wax paper Or unrolled dough may be placed in pan and gently pressed to cover inside of pan.)

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   Gently lift and press onto 9 inch square tart pan with removable bottom.

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   Cut off dough edges.

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    Bake at 425F (220C) for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.

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    NOTE: Unsalted butter will give a more delicate fresh flavor in this pastry.

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    Add a dash of salt if using.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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