Olive Oil Pastry
- prep
- 2 hrs, 15 min
source The Cook’s Companion. Pg. 921
Tgis pastry is for the [recipe:Silverbeet And Potato Torte]. It is a delight to work with and can be used to make other savoury vegetable tortes.
ingredients
- 200 g plain flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ cup cold water
method
To make the pastry, whizz flour and salt in a food processor.
Drizzle in oil and then water.
Process for about 1 minute until mixture forms a ball. Transfer to a floured work surface and knead for 2-3 minutes until supple and smooth.
Put into a bowl, cover with a clean tea towel and refrigerate for 2 hours.