How to make shortcrust pastry
Skill level
Easy
Equipment you will need for this technique
Rolling pin
Food processor (optional)
Making your own homemade shortcrust pastry can seem intimidating if you've never done it before. There are a couple of simple rules to remember and it will go without a hitch. Keep everything cold, give the pastry time to rest, and handle it lightly. Benjamina Ebuehi takes you through the pastry process to make a beautiful cherry pie, but you can use the pastry for whatever you like.