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EVOO PASTRY DOUGH

A crust made with EVOO is the perfect foundation for custard pies, savoury tarts and quiches. It's less flaky, more crumbly but offers a crisp, tender texture. It's incredibly easy to work with and remains pliable at room temperature. It has the obvious benefit of being healthier than butter, and avoids using animal products for all those who follow a vegetarian or vegan diet. It's a super easy way to make homemade pastry. You could say it's easy as pie! 

INGREDIENTS:
2 cups all-purpose flour 
Pinch of salt 
1⁄2 cup fresh extra virgin olive oil
1/4 -1/3 cup cold water (not more than is needed)

DIRECTIONS:
In a large bowl add flour and salt.  Mix with whisk then add olive oil.  Use fork or your fingertips to blend oil and flour until you have a mixture that resembles coarse breadcrumbs with no large lumps. Try to work quickly so that it does not become greasy. Using a knife, stir in just enough of the cold water to bind the dough together. Wrap the dough in clingfilm and chill for 10-15 minutes before rolling out.