Short Pastry

Sift the flour and salt into a basin. Cut the fat into small pieces and rub in the flour with the fingertips until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs.

Add enough water to make a stiff dough, using a knife for mixing.

Turn out on to a lightly floured board and roll out the pastry with light, quick rolls.

If possible, leave in a cool place for a while besfore using.

Bake in a hot oven, and then reduce the heat to moderate when the pastry begins to brown.