Instructions

1. Sieve the flour and salt together into a bowl.
2. Cut the fats into 1.5cm (½ inch) cubes and rub lightly into flour, lifting the mixture to add air, until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3. Make a well in the middle of the mixture and stir in enough water using a knife, until a soft but not sticky pastry is formed.
4. Cover tightly and allow to rest in a fridge for 15 – 30 minutes.
5. Roll out to the required thickness.
6. At this stage the pastry may be frozen if required.
7. It should be baked in a preheated oven at between 190°C: 375°F: Gas 5 or 220°C: 425°F: Gas 7 depending on thickness and use.