Sweet Rich Shortcrust Pastry

1. 1

   Sift the flour and salt into a bowl.

2. 2

   Add the butter and lard and rub into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs. This can be done in a mixer or use a special pastry tool or your fingers.

3. 3

   Stir in the icing sugar and orange rind.

4. 4

   Add the egg and the orange juice gradually until you can bring it together to form a smooth dough. Its essential that the pastry isn't overworked, too much handling makes it tough.

5. 5

   Put in a plastic bag and refridgerate for half an hour.

6. 6

   Remove from fridge and roll out using to make the mince pies with the mincemeat. Bake at 180C for 15-20 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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