Melting the shortening into the hot water lends strength to the crust as well as giving it that tender, flaky texture.
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Pastry #5 – Shortcrust
Second only to making fococcia, the Caramelized Onion Mini Pie is my absolute favorite recipe.
Pastry #4: Pâte à Choux (Eclair)
The classic French eclair is a long, puffed up pastry that encases a smooth sweet cream and topped with a shiny chocolate.
Pastry #3: Phyllo (Filo) for Spanakopita (Spanakotiropita)
There is a stigma that because the layers are extremely thin that filo dough is challenging to a point where it is not worth trying to make. I have never found this to be the case.
Pastry #2: Puff Pastry
This is definitely a recipe for the experience, flavor, and fun of filling the croissants with your favorite fillings.
Pastry #1: Pop Tarts
There are many types of pastry, but the goal with a toaster pastry, is for it to be successfully reheated in a toaster.
June is for Pastry
At long last the month of pastry and lamination has arrived! Due to some unforeseen events, April’s theme was pushed out two months to allow for time to collect the necessary supplies (e.g. flour). There are countless types and variations of pastry as plenty of regions have left their mark on the patisserie world. It …
SummertimeSides #5: Honorable Mentions
There are too many fantastic, refreshing sides to make this summer. To inspire your social distancing outdoor parties, I am leaving these photos below. Let me know in the comments if you would like me to make a post about any of them as summer shares its rays with us.
Summertime Side #4: Orange Herb Caprese
Often times salads can have a negative connotation when the diner immediately pictures a bowl of lettuce with toppings. Salad, or in this case caprese, does not require or even have to involve the begrudged lettuce! While the orange slices really make this side perfect for the summertime, I’m honestly just here for the fresh …
Summertime Sides #3: Fruit Pizza
Typically a great Fourth of July celebratory pizza, this light and sweet dessert can be adapted for different holidays. Today, in the U.S. we celebrate Mothers everywhere who inspire, love, and raise us to be the capable bakers they deserve. “Mom’s Best…” recipies are special to us, bring us happy memories together, and are kept …
Food of the Month 